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

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'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.

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'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.

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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.

1 DAY AGO • 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...

2 DAYS AGO • 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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice with sore toe Head coach Dave Canales said that Dowdle was held out of Tuesday's walk-through practice due to a sore toe, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Canales termed Dowdle's absence as a rest day and labeled him day-to-day, which suggests the Panthers aren't too concerned about the running back's availability for Saturday's regular-season finale at Tampa Bay. The Panthers will wait and see if Dowdle is able to get back on the practice field in some fashion Wednesday and/or Thursday before determining his status for Saturday. Given that the NFC South title will be at stake this weekend, expect Dowdle to do everything in his power to suit up against the Buccaneers.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Panthers' Bryce Young could see more man-to-man defense after major flop against Seahawks

Bryce Young could face more man-to-man coverage against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tough sledding against Seattle Dowdle carried the ball 12 times for 59 yards and caught three of five targets for four yards in Sunday's 27-10 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact The Panthers' offense couldn't get anything going Sunday until it was too late, and Dowdle wound up falling short of 60 rushing yards for the seventh straight games. Despite the late-season slump, the fifth-year back is still just 14 rushing yards short of setting a new career high, after amassing 1.079 yards with the Cowboys in 2024. Dowdle may need to find another gear in Week 18 against the Buccaneers with the NFC South title, and a playoff spot, on the line.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

NFL Contract Incentives Tracker: Sam Darnold, Rico Dowdle Near Massive Paydays

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5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

NFL Contract Incentives Tracker: Sam Darnold, Rico Dowdle Near Massive Paydays

Why Panthers fans should be quietly worried about Rico Dowdle's future The Panthers haven’t initiated extension talks with Rico Dowdle yet.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • CATCRAVE.COM

Rico Dowdle has one million reasons to propel Panthers' playoff push Rico Dowdle has a lot on the line.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • CATCRAVE.COM

Sam Darnold faces Panthers, looks to lead Seahawks closer to NFC West title

Sam Darnold has led the Seattle Seahawks to five straight wins and the cusp of the NFC West title

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

QB Bryce Young's turnaround boosts Panthers' playoff hopes

Bryce Young has been proving himself as a reliable quarterback for the Carolina Panthers

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Locker Room Sound | Rico Dowdle talks surpassing 1,000 rushing yards on the season The running back also discussed his confidence in the Panthers' defense as the team fought for a 23-20 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Over 40 scrimmage yards in win Dowdle rushed nine times for 29 yards and brought in four of six targets for 14 yards in the Panthers' 23-20 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Impact Dowdle outpaced Chuba Hubbard by just three carries and two rushing yards, as both backs had a predictably difficult time versus the Buccaneers' typically stingy run defense. With Sunday's production, Dowdle did exceed 1,000 rushing yards for the second consecutive campaign, but he's been at 58 rushing yards or fewer in six consecutive games heading into a Week 17 home matchup against a tough Seahawks defense.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Dowdle powers through the Bucs defense for a 13-yard gain Watch Panthers running back Rico Dowdle rush for a 13-yard gain.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Mayfield looks to remain perfect vs. former team as Bucs visit Panthers with first place on the line

Baker Mayfield has been a thorn in the side of the Carolina Panthers since leaving the team

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Touchdown saves inefficient showing Dowdle rushed the ball 16 times for 49 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints. He added one reception on one target for five yards.

Impact Dowdle reclaimed the lead-back role in Carolina, out-touching Chuba Hubbard 17-9. However, he found very limited room to run, with his longest gain going for only eight yards while averaging under 4.0 yards per carry for the fourth time in his last five games. Dowdle did manage to save his day with a four-yard touchdown midway through the first quarter, his first time reaching the end zone since Week 10. Overall, Dowdle has failed to reach 100 yards from scrimmage in four of his last five games, despite seeing at least 17 touches in all but one matchup in that span.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shough's clutch drive and Smyth's kick lift the Saints past the Panthers, 20-17

Charlie Smyth kicked a 47-yard field goal late in regulation, lifting the Saints to a 20-17 comeback victory over the playoff-hopeful Carolina Panthers

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHT: Rico Dowdle rushes for a 4-yard touchdown vs. New Orleans Saints Watch Rico Dowdle rushes for a 4-yard touchdown vs. the New Orleans Saints putting the Panthers on the board 7-0 in the first quarter.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Fantasy start or sit Week 15: Rico Dowdle, Chuba Hubbard, Terry McLaurin, Devin Neal | Sporting News Fantasy football start or sit advice for Carolina Panthers running backs Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard, Washington Commanders wide receiver...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Panthers brace for disaster as prized free agent linked to AFC powerhouse Rico Dowdle could be in high demand when free agency hits.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • CATCRAVE.COM

Should I start Rico Dowdle in fantasy? Panthers' RB depth chart with Chuba Hubbard creates lineup decisions | Sporting News This is a key spot for sure.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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