Rico Dowdle - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Carolina Panthers 2026 free agents: Rico Dowdle and other players out of contract With contracts quietly expiring and roles still undefined, Carolina Panthers’ roster sits in a gray area. Familiar names face uncertain futu...

3 HOURS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Former Cowboys' fan favorite could fall right into Jerry Jones' lap once again Rico Dowdle sounds like he's done with the Panthers, leaving the door open for a reunion with the Cowboys.

6 HOURS AGO • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Jalen Coker emerges as needed reliable No. 2 wide receiver for Bryce Young in Carolina

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23 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Locker Room Sound | Rico Dowdle looks back on his 1,000-yard season with the Panthers The running back said he's going to let his agent deal with negotiations as he becomes a free agent and gave his thoughts on the exciting pl...

1 DAY AGO • PANTHERS.COM

Rico Dowdle just sent the Panthers a stern message they can't dodge A farewell seems imminent.

2 DAYS AGO • CATCRAVE.COM

Rico Dowdle hints at preferred free agency plan after Panthers change in role | Sporting News Dowdle doesn't seem thrilled.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Another quiet showing Dowdle recorded five rushes for nine yards in Saturday's 34-31 wild-card round loss to the Rams. He added one reception on two targets for six yards.

Impact Dowdle has been particularly inefficient to close the season, averaging only 3.3 yards per carry across Carolina's final four regular-season contests. He also lost his status as the team's lead back in the playoff loss, with Chuba Hubbard out-touching Dowdle 15-6. Dowdle is headed to free agency for the second consecutive offseason, and he is likely to be signed as a complementary back given his fade down the stretch after a strong start to 2025.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Is Rico Dowdle hurt today? Why Panthers RB is splitting reps with Chuba Hubbard vs. Rams | Sporting News Here is more on whether Rico Dowdle is hurt playing the Rams and the early running back split by Carolina.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Is Rico Dowdle playing today? Why Panthers RB Is off to quiet start in wild-card game | Sporting News Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle is off to a slow start in the wild-card game against the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday. Here's why...

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Seahawks clinch NFC West title, top seed. Bears and Eagles also in Super Bowl chase

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4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Locker Room Sound | Rico Dowdle on facing Rams defense in Wild Card matchup Listen to the Panthers running back answer questions on going against the Rams defense for the second time this season.

5 DAYS AGO • PANTHERS.COM

Brad Idzik on Panthers run game against the Rams Listen to the Panthers' offensive coordinator speak on how key players like Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard will impact the run game on Saturd...

6 DAYS AGO • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers eager to revive slumping running game in home playoff matchup with Rams

The Carolina Panthers hope to revive their struggling running game when they host the Los Angeles Rams in the franchise’s first home playoff game in a decade

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Panthers embrace 'championship opportunity' despite poor finish, being big home playoff underdogs

The Carolina Panthers have clinched their first NFC South title since 2015

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

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Who'll make the All-Pro teams this season? Our season-long recap of Team of the Week might provide a clue. Here are the top earners of Team...

JANUARY 6 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NFL Team of the Week Recap: Puka Nacua, Jonathan Taylor Lead the Way

Forgettable afternoon in loss Dowdle rushed seven times for 10 yards and brought in both targets for 20 yards in the Panthers' 16-14 loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday. He also lost a fumble and recovered anoth...

Impact Neither Dowdle nor Chuba Hubbard had any success against the Buccaneers' stout defensive front, with each back netting only 10 rushing yards. Dowdle made an impact with a 25-yard grab on one of his catches, while his other reception resulted in a five-yard loss. Additionally, his lost fumble came early in the fourth quarter at the Buccaneers' 24-yard line, and while it didn't lead to points since Chase McLaughlin had a 38-yard field-goal attempt blocked, it certainly robbed Carolina of what seemed to be a high-percentage scoring opportunity. Despite the disappointing finale, Dowdle had plenty of important contributions in his first Panthers season on his way to 1,076 rushing yards and six touchdowns alongside a 39-297-1 receiving line over 17 games, and he'll continue to play a key role in next weekend's wild-card round if the Falcons defeat the Saints on Sunday and make the Panthers NFC South champions in the process.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

4 Takeaways From the Buccaneers' Win Over the Panthers

The Buccaneers got a crucial win on Saturday over the Panthers. Here are our takeaways from Tampa.

JANUARY 4 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the Buccaneers' Win Over the Panthers

Panthers' Rico Dowdle hits $1 million bonus in Week 18 vs. Buccaneers Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle made $1 million for achieving 1,350 scrimmage yards in the 2025 NFL season.

JANUARY 3 • USATODAY.COM

Why Cowboys let Rico Dowdle leave for Panthers as a free agent | Sporting News This is a painful one.

JANUARY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

'We Have to Win': NFC South on the Line in Week 18 Panthers-Buccaneers Matchup

The Panthers are one win away from their first NFC South title in 10 years, while the Buccaneers face a potential collapse.

JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

'We Have to Win': NFC South on the Line in Week 18 Panthers-Buccaneers Matchup

Panthers' Rico Dowdle on verge of $1 million contract incentive being cashed | Sporting News This looks like it'll be pretty easy.

JANUARY 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em NFL Week 18: Kenneth Walker III vs Rico Dowdle Kenneth Walker III and Rico Dowdle headline the top fantasy football running back start/sit decisions of week 18.

JANUARY 1 • SI.COM

Rico Dowdle's feeling good, and ready to build on what he's done so far The veteran running back said his toe isn't a problem, and his focus is on getting the win this weekend so he can continue his second straig...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Logs full practice Wednesday Dowdle (toe) practiced fully Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Dowdle was held out of Tuesday's walkthrough due to what coach Dave Canales called a sore toe, per Gannt. However, Dowdle's return to all activity one day later indicates the absence likely was maintenance-based more than anything. Since the Panthers' Week 14 bye, Dowdle has turned 45 touches into 160 yards from scrimmage and one TD, while fellow RB Chuba Hubbard has notched 90 total yards and no TDs on 23 touches during that span. Expect a similar breakdown of reps between the two Saturday at Tampa Bay with a potential playoff berth on the line.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Wednesday Dowdle (toe) is participating in practice Wednesday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Dowdle missed Tuesday's walk-through practice due to a sore toe, so it's encouraging to see him already back on the field as at least a limited participant. As long as Dowdle is able to continue practicing in some capacity Thursday, it will bode well for his chances of being cleared to face the Buccaneers on Sunday, a contest that may determine the winner of the NFC South title. Dowdle exploded onto the scene midway through the 2025 regular season and revitalized Carolina's rushing game, but he's since been in a slump, having averaged just 47.3 rushing yards per game across his last seven appearances.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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