Overview
- Head coach Dave Canales told reporters Evero already signed an extension and will "absolutely" return as defensive coordinator in 2026.
- The Athletic's Joe Person reported the extension keeps Evero under contract through the 2027 season.
- ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler reported that the Raiders and Falcons requested permission to interview Evero for their head-coaching openings.
- The update came a day after Carolina’s 34-31 wild-card loss to the Rams, which drew sharp criticism for the Panthers’ final defensive drive.
- Evero’s units ranked 4th in 2023, 32nd in 2024 and 16th in 2025, with this season’s defense finishing 16th in yards allowed and 15th in scoring.