Chris Schad

Chris Schad

Joined: Jan 28, 2025

Chris is an associate editor for the FanSided Regional Network. He grew up in Minnesota, where he promptly hit the "failed-middle-school-athlete-to-writer" pipeline. Chris graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and has written for numerous sites since 2011, including Bleacher Report, Yahoo! and Bring Me The News. A pro wrestling enthusiast when he's not watching sports, Chris is also the co-host of The Viking Age podcast.

Jan 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) on the field prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Panthers Already Planning Out Role for Possible No. 8 Pick

Nov 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) with head coach Dave Canales after the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Panthers Trade Down from No. 8 Pick in NFL Draft in Surprise Projected Deal

Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Panthers' New Signing Proves GM Has Learned Nothing From 2024 Disaster

Dec 15, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

New Panthers Signing Blasts Former Team in Surprise Comments

Sep 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Panthers Make Eyebrow-Raising Move That Could Pay Off Massively

Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales talks to quarterback Bryce Young (9) and quarterback Andy Dalton (14) on a time out against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Panthers Must Sign Obvious Free Agent WR Before It’s Too Late

Sep 27, 2020; Inglewood, California, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Rasul Douglas (24) runs down Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

3 Former Panthers Carolina Should Sign for a Reunion in 2025 Free Agency

Dec 15, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Panthers Named Potential Destination for 2 Super Bowl Winning Free Agents

Aug 17, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback Dane Jackson (23) during pregame warm ups against the New York Jets at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Panthers Free Agent Bust on the Chopping Block Next After Dane Jackson Release

Aug 24, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales on the sidelines during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Failed Panthers Coach Gets Surprise 2nd Chance With Contender

Oct 13, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales on the sidelines in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Panthers Gifted Perfect Vet Defender After Surprise Release

Dec 16, 2023; Atlanta, GA, USA; Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton watches a game between the Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers in the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cam Newton’s Comments Have Fellow Panthers Legend Fuming

Browns offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, center, watches the quarterbacks work during minicamp, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in Berea.

Former Panther Whose Stock Has Plummeted Given Lifeline Post-Super Bowl

Oct 30, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Carolina Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Former Panthers Coach Reunites With Steve Wilks at New Job

Jan 3, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Former Minnesota Golden Gophers alum and Carolina Panther Adam Thielen during the first quarter of the Dukes’ Mayo Bowl between the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Virginia Tech Hokies at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

3 Adam Thielen Trades Panthers Must Make After Retirement Comments

Dec 15, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Panthers Ignoring Biggest Issue While Firing Coaches