Despite their recent setbacks, Panthers rookie pass rushers Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen seem to be doing well.

In a pleasant surprise on Friday morning, the Panthers and longtime starting RT Taylor Moton reached a two-year extension.

QB Bryce Perkins received the Panthers' top offensive grade from PFF for Thursday night. Here are the rest of the best and some of the worst . . .

According to ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Vikings have inquired about trading for the veteran receiver. Thielen, per Schefter, could wind up in Minnesota by Week 1 if a deal is reached.

News reports show the home of former national security adviser John Bolton was raided. Bolton and Trump have had a strained relationship.