Panthers Press Conference ahead of first playoff appearance since 2017

Head Coach Canales speaks to the press as the Carolina Panthers prepare for the playoffs

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Updated: 4:13 PM EST Jan 6, 2026

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The Carolina Panthers are headed back to the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Head coach Dave Canales will speak with the press on Tuesday at 4:20 p.m. Players will speak to the press shortly after Coach Canales is finished. The estimated time for player availability is 4:30 p.m. The Panthers are preparing for their first postseason appearance since 2017. This will be the first time the Panthers have hosted a playoff game since January of 2016. RELATED STORIES

CHARLOTTE, N.C. —

The Carolina Panthers are headed back to the playoffs for the first time since 2017.

Head coach Dave Canales will speak with the press on Tuesday at 4:20 p.m.

Players will speak to the press shortly after Coach Canales is finished. The estimated time for player availability is 4:30 p.m.

The Panthers are preparing for their first postseason appearance since 2017. This will be the first time the Panthers have hosted a playoff game since January of 2016.

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