The 2023 NFL season is closing in and while there are no NFL games today, Carolina Panthers training camp is right around the corner. Here, we’ll provide you with all the information you need to know about the Panthers training camp this summer.
Carolina finally has its franchise quarterback and that’s providing the fan base with all the more reason to be excited about what’s ahead. This will be the first training camp in years that fans arrive in anticipation of seeing their new face of the franchise, having confidence he can help turn this team around. While Bryce Young is the best reason for everyone to attend, there are a lot of other reasons for everyone to be delighted for the summer.
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Let’s dive into our Carolina Panthers training camp guide, previewing the schedule, top storylines and frequently asked questions.
Carolina Panthers training camp schedule
Carolina Panthers training camp begins on Wednesday, July 26 at 10:15 AM ET. Practices will run for several hours, with multiple joint practices mixed in. Here’s the full Panthers’ training camp schedule, with all practices except one located at the Wofford fields.
- July 26 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- July 27 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- July 29 – Back Together Saturday at 11 AM – Gibbs Stadium
- July 31 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 1 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 2 – Fan Fest at 7 PM – Charlotte, NC
- Aug. 4 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 5 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 6 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 8 – Practice begins at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 9 – Joint practice with New York Jets at 10:15 AM
- Aug. 10 – Joint practice with New York Jets at 9 AM
Top storylines for Carolina Panthers training camp
Bryce Young’s time to shine
Fans have read all the positive reports and glowing comments about Young. After working with the first-team offense at OTAs, head coach Frank Reich raved about the Carolina Panther quarterback’s “complete command” of the offense. Meanwhile, edge rusher Brian Burns praised Young’s swagger and the rookie is also receiving strong marks for his accuracy and football IQ.
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All of this aligns with the quarterback we saw at Alabama. It’s why Nick Sabam offered glowing praise, Young recorded a historic S2 Cognitive test cost and his mind has been compared to top NFL offensive coordinators.
Now, all of that might not necessarily result in a lot of highlights at training camp. However, fans will feel a bit like they’re watching Drew Brees, with Carolina’s signal-caller showing total command of the offense, making the right decisions and serving as a leader in his rookie season. We’re not even thinking about a quarterback competition with Andy Dalton, there isn’t one.
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Young Panthers receivers have the opportunity to step up
Adam Thielen is the highest-paid wide receiver on the Panthers’ offense this season, but he likely won’t be the one that defines this passing attack. After all, entering his age-33 season, Thielen is coming off a 2022 campaign where he ranked 85th in yards per target (6.7) and 88th in yards per route run (1.15).
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Fans should be focused on Jonathan Mingo, Terrace Marshall Jr, DJ Chark and Laviska Shenault. Standing at 6-foot-1, Mingo lit up the NFL Combine with a 9.87 Relative Athletic Score and he’s everything Carolina wanted in its Z receiver. Meanwhile, Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer came away from the spring believing Marshall is on the verge of a breakout season. Chark (15.4 aDOT last season) is an excellent vertical threat and Laviska Shenault can be dangerous underneath. The Panthers don’t have a No. 1 receiver, but there’s a lot of young talent to watch.
Carolina’s coaching staff gets to work
You don’t build arguably the best coaching staff in the NFL without spending and owner David Tepper was willing to do that this offseason. Hiring Reich, a quarterback whisperer, was an excellent move but this is about more than just one coach.
Defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero is a future NFL head coach who orchestrated a phenomenal unit with the Denver Broncos. Quarterbacks coach Josh McCown will bring a decade-plus of valuable experience to mentor Young. Meanwhile, offensive coordinator Thomas Brown will be a head-coaching candidate in 2024 and running backs coach Duce Staley and wide receivers coach Shawn Jefferson are two of the best at their profession. Coaching is everything in training camp and the Panthers have an All-Star staff.
Important summer for the offensive line
The Panthers’ offensive line used to be its Achilles heel on offense, now it could become a strength. Carolina finished last season ranked fifth in PFF’s Pass Blocking Efficiency (88.2), with left tackle Ikem Ekwonu’s second-half improvement playing a massive role in that. Heading into training camp, we’ll get an early answer about whether or not Ekwonu and Brady Christensen have taken another step forward. If they do, Carolina is set up front and that will be huge for Young.
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FAQ for Panthers training camp
Where is Panthers training camp 2023?
Carolina Panthers training camp is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford College has served. as the host site for Panthers’ training camp for years and that will continue in 2023.
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Can fans go to Panthers training camp?
Yes, the Panthers welcome all fans to many of their training camp practices. For more information regarding tickets to Panthers’ training camp and what items are permitted and forbidden, check out Panthers.com/training-camp.
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Can you get autographs at Panthers training camp?
Yes, the Panthers will allow fans the opportunity to receive autographs from players after practices. There will be signs directing fans to an area along the Field 1 fence, where some players will be after practice to sign things for fans.
How much does it cost to go to Panthers training camp?
It’s free to attend Panthers’ training camp practices. However, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, so you’ll want to show up before practice begins at 10:15 AM.
