Carolina Panthers
Brandon LaFell - #11 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 210 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/04/1986 |
| Birthplace | Houston, TX |
| College | LSU |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 3rd round, 14th pick by Panthers |
Report: Chargers DB coach Wilks joining Panthers
Chargers assistant head coach/DBs Steve Wilks is rejoining Ron Rivera in Carolina, according to a report on the San Diego Union-Tribune's website.
Rivera: Healthy defense will make Panthers more complete
Ron Rivera sounded very optimistic about the future of the Panthers' defense when PFW caught up with him this week.
Zimmer, Chudzinski to interview with Buccaneers
The Buccaneers received permission to interview Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, according to multiple reports.
Rams receive permission to speak with Chudzinski
After developing Cam Newton into a star, Panthers' offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski could end up in St. Louis, where he would be expected to turn Sam Bradford into a top NFL quarterback.
Heat gets turned up on Panthers S Martin
Panthers S Sherrod Martin will be heading into his contract year, facing pressure to put doubts about him to rest.
Reports: Jaguars targeting offensive coordinators for head job
The Jaguars are making it no secret the type of head coach they want, with reported requests to interview three offensive coordinators from around the NFL.
Chudzinski should be at top of Bucs' short list
One of the first people Tampa Bay should look to interview for its head-coaching vacancy is Panthers offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski, who did great work with Cam Newton.
Saints set multiple records in win over Panthers
Drew Brees passed for 389 yards and five touchdowns, and the Saints set a slew of NFL and club records in a 45-17 blowout of the Panthers on Sunday.
Panthers, Rivera putting doubts to rest
The Panthers, winners of four of their last five games, have come a considerable distance in a relatively short period.
Four guns stolen from Panthers LB Wilson
Police in Charlotte, N.C., are investigating to find out who broke into a vehicle owned by Panthers LB Kion Wilson and stole four guns from it, according to a report.
Shorts and Shells: Week 16
Ranking the danger factor of the teams that have yet to qualify for the postseason; Jerome Simpson's and Richard Seymour's heroics; plus plenty more.
Newton, Panthers pound Buccaneers
Cam Newton broke Peyton Manning's rookie record for yards passing in a season as the Panthers handed the Bucs their ninth straight defeat.
Panthers place CB Munnerlyn on I.R.
The Panthers placed starting CB Captain Munnerlyn on injured reserve Friday with a strained left hamstring.
Panthers LB Senn making most of opportunity
Fourth-year LB Jordan Senn has started each of the past five games and caught head coach Ron Rivera's eye along the way.
Improving Panthers' maturity will be tested
Earlier this season, the Panthers briefly took a step back after having taken one forward, and now they have to prove they can avoid a letdown after a taste of success.
PLAYER NEWS
Lafell was active for Sunday's game against San Diego.|||||||
Lafell missed last week's game against Atlanta with a toe injury.
LaFell hauled in three receptions for 74 yards and and a touchdown during Monday night's 30-22 win at Philadelphia.|||||||
LaFell has now scored in back-to-back games and could be worth a look in deeper leagues.
With Steve Smith hurt, Lafell caught five passes for 93 yards and a TD.|||||||
If Smith's hand injury is serious, LaFell could acheive more success.
LaFell is inactive against the Washington Redskins, a week after taking a shot to the head.|||||||
LaFell is third on the Panthers with 20 catches for 367 yards and a team-leading two touchdown receptions. Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte was fined $21,000 by the NFL for his hit on LaFell.
Wide receiver Legedu Naanee has missed practice for the second straight day due to Achilles tendinitis in his left leg, which might allow Brandon LaFell to make his first start of the season Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts.|||||||
LaFell has been the team's No. 3 receiver this season and has 21 catches for 345 yards and two touchdowns, but a starting role would bring new challenges.