Panthers release Carr, sign popular Muhammad.

Muhsin Muhammad is close to being a Carolina Panther again. Talks began shortly after Muhammad was released by the Chicago Bears last week.

Team releases RB to clear cap space.

Offensive tackle unable to work out long-term contract with Carolina.

Led by its new coach, New Orleans takes a 3-0 record into Charlotte today.

DeAngelo Williams gives Carolina much-needed depth at running back.

The New England Patriots held high their second Super Bowl trophy in three seasons before a raucous Boston crowd Tuesday, celebrating a championship that was as thrilling as the first one. "We're baaack!" quarterback Tom Brady told a shoulder-to-shoulder crowd in City Hall Plaza, standing with team owner Robert Kraft, coach Bill Belichick and dozens of teammates amid a hail of red, white and blue confetti.

Talented defensive players like Carolina's Julius Peppers, combined with careful offenses, set the stage for a potential low-scoring struggle.