Carolina Panthers
Ryan Kalil - #67 - C
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 295 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/29/1985 |
| Birthplace | Corona, CA |
| College | USC |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 2nd round, 27th pick by Panthers |
Hester sets return record in Bears win
Devin Hester set an NFL record with his 11th punt return for a touchdown as the Bears beat Cam Newton and the Panthers 34-29 on Sunday.
Panthers downgrade CB Gamble to out
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Johnson, Hardy energizing Panthers' defense
With the Panthers' linebacker corps decimated, defensive end appears to be the strength of their defense, including Charles Johnson.
Newton tops Gabbert in battle of rookie QBs
Cam Newton found Greg Olsen over the middle for a 16-yard touchdown with 4:20 left to help the Panthers beat the Jaguars 16-10 on Sunday.
LaFell pushing Naanee in Panthers' WR corps
Brandon LaFell has significantly outproduced Legedu Naanee through two games, but Naanee is still starting opposite Steve Smith.
Panthers expect Otah to return to dominance
Even though he hasn't played in a full game since 2009, Carolina ORT Jeff Otah is expected to return to his former excellence, according to NFC Whispers.
Panthers sign DT Kearse, release OL Wells
The Panthers signed rookie DT Frank Kearse on Tuesday and waived OL Reggie Wells.
First Fifteen: Early look at Week Three
In this week's edition of the First Fifteen, we focus on the 2-0 and 0-2 teams as we reach a critical early juncture in the young 2011 season.
Panthers' losing streak may linger if they don't beat Jaguars
Next week the Panthers will host Jacksonville, which is coming off a 32-3 loss to the Jets, but the schedule gets tougher after that.
Panthers Davis has another torn ACL
Panthers LB Thomas Davis will miss the remainder of the season after tearing an ACL in his knee for the third consecutive year.
Shorts and Shells: Week Two
In this edition, we look at the criminally bashed Tony Romo, Tom Brady's and Cam Newton's astounding passing numbers and the surprising Bills.
Rodgers, Packers too much for Panthers
Aaron Rodgers threw for 308 yards and two scores, as the overcame a big day from Cam Newton to beat the Panthers 30-23 on Sunday.
Packers-Panthers matchup of the day: Saturday
PFW executive editor and resident Packers expert Dan Arkush presents the fifth of five key matchups this week in advance of the Packers' Week Two game against the Panthers at Carolina Sunday.
Panthers LB Davis working to reward Panthers' faith
This week his words earned him some time in the spotlight, but Thomas Davis' hard work has made him one of the Panthers' more respected players.
Packers-Panthers matchup of the day: Thursday
PFW executive editor and resident Packers expert Dan Arkush presents the third of five key matchups this week in advance of the Packers' Week Two game at Carolina.
PLAYER NEWS
Kalil is headed to Hawaii after all.|||||||
Kalil was added to the NFC's Pro Bowl roster Friday to replace Washington Redskins tackle Trent Williams, who is injured.
The Panthers have announced that Kalil is out for the season after suffering a left foot injury.|||||||
Kalil was injured in Carolina's 16-12 loss to Seattle, although he continued playing. Kalil went to see Dr. James Anderson on Tuesday and it was determined he had a Lisfranc injury, having torn a ligament that supports the middle of his foot.
Kalil has signed his one-year tender worth more than $10 million. Team spokesman Charlie Dayton confirmed the move on Thursday, two days after the Panthers placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Kalil. If the current rules exist in the new collective bargaining agreement, another team would've had to surrender two first-round picks to sign the two-time Pro Bowl selection.|||||||
The franchise tag has been a point of contention with the current labor deal expiring next week. But Kalil's decision to sign gives him $10 million guaranteed.
The Carolina Panthers have placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Kalil, a move that will help keep the core of the offensive line intact but will also make two other key players unrestricted free agents.|||||||
Kalil will be offered a one-year, guaranteed deal worth more than $10 million. If the current franchise tag rules remain under the new labor deal, another team could sign Kalil only by giving Carolina two first-round draft picks. The 25-year-old Kalil made his second straight Pro Bowl this season.
Carolina was again without Kalil and right tackle Jeff Otah for Sunday's game against Arizona. Both linemen have been sidelined with right ankle injuries.|||||||
The team hopes both Otah and Kalil will be back on the field when the Panthers resume play Nov. 9 at Oakland after getting two extra weeks of rest. Otah has missed the last three games and Kalil the previous two with ankle injuries.
