What are the Panthers Playoff Chances?
The Panthers playoff chances are off the board according to DraftKings Sportsbook North Carolina. Here is what we know so far:
| 🏆 Panthers Playoff Chances | Off The Board |
| 🏆 Panthers Miss Playoffs | Off The Board |
| 🏆 Panthers Win Super Bowl | 0.6% (+16000) |
| 🏆 Panthers Win NFC | 1.3% (+7500) |
| 🏆 Panthers Win NFC South | 19% (+425) |
| 🚫 NYT Playoff Simulator | Off The Board |
| 🚫 ESPN FPI | -9.0 (32nd) |
| ✅ Last Verified | March 25, 2025 |
Even though the Panthers saw improvement last season, there's a slim chance the Panthers make the 2025 postseason. On top of playoff odds, we're also tracking the Panthers Super Bowl odds this season.
Do the Carolina Panthers Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?
Yes, the Panthers have a chance to make the playoffs. Every team can technically make the playoffs at this point, but it is unlikely the Panthers will make it to the 2025-26 postseason.
Where Can I Bet on the Carolina Panthers to Make the Playoffs?
You can bet on the NFL playoffs with most major sportsbooks within the U.S., including FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, and BetMGM, among others.
North Carolina sports betting apps can be used to bet on the Panthers playoff chances for the 2025 season.
Since mobile sports betting is live in the state, be sure to keep an eye out for North Carolina betting promos, which can give you extra bankroll for NFL futures bets and more.
North Carolina has also legalized sports betting in limited locations at tribal casinos since March of 2021:
- 📍 Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, NC
- 📍 Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy, NC
- 📍 Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, NC
🔥 MORE: Sports Betting North Carolina
Are the Panthers in the Playoffs?
No, the Panthers are not in the playoffs because the 2025-26 season has not yet started. The Panthers failed to make the playoffs last season. The odds for the Panthers to make the post-season in 2025 are currently unavailable.
After failing to make the postseason in 2024, the Panthers are looking to make the playoffs for the first time since 2017. They have already started building their roster by re-signing and signing a handful of talented defensive players including, DT Tershawn Wharton, CB Michael Jackson and S Tre'von Moehrig.
Carolina Panthers Playoff Chances: Key Updates March 2025
A team's Playoff odds fluctuate throughout the year with free agency, draft additions, and injury news. During the season, this section will update you on the most important Panthers updates.
- 📅 March 12th, 2025: Panthers re-sign TE Tommy Tremble, OT Brady Christensen and C Austin Corbett.
- 📅 March 12th, 2025: Carolina re-signs CBs Michael Jackson and CB Jaycee Horn.
- 📅 March 12th, 2025: The Panthers sign DT Tershawn Wharton, S Tre'von Moehrig and RB Rico Dowdle.
- 📅 February 18th, 2025: Panthers release cornerback Dane Johnson.
- 📅 February 18th, 2025: Carolina signs QB Andy Dalton to a two-year deal.
- 📅 January 5th, 2025: The Panthers finish the 2024-25 season with a win over the Falcons and a 5-12 record.
- 📅 December 15th, 2024: Carolina is eliminated from playoff contention after a loss to Dallas, 30-14.
- 📅 October 29th, 2024: The Panthers trade Diontae Johnson to the Baltimore Ravens.
- 📅 September 22, 2024: The Panthers dominated the Raiders, 36-22, in Andy Dalton's debut at quarterback as former No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young's replacement.
- 📅 September 15, 2024: Andy Dalton is the new starting QB after Bryce Young was benched by Dave Canales
Be sure to check back often as we continue to update this list with relevant news affecting the Panthers.
Carolina Panthers Schedule & Betting Lines
Carolina's full 2025 schedule will be released in May. Here are their 2025 opponents:
Home Opponents:
- Atlanta Falcons
- New Orleans Saints
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Los Angeles Rams
- Seattle Seahawks
- Buffalo Bills
- Miami Dolphins
- Dallas Cowboys
Away Opponents:
- Atlanta Falcons
- New Orleans Saints
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Arizona Cardinals
- San Francisco 49ers
- New England Patriots
- New York Jets
- Green Back Packers
- Jacksonville Jaguars
Panthers Odds vs NFC South Opponents
Key Contributors Toward Panthers Playoff Chances
The Panthers' playoff chances will most likely depend on Bryce Young, but with the addition of veteran quarterback Andy Dalton, some of the pressure comes off of Young. That is, if Carolina can find the offensive weapons they need this offseason. Whoever is at quarterback needs more options than just Xavier Legette and Adam Thielen. Carolina hasn't signed a star receiver yet, but they did add RB Rico Dowdle to the roster.
Perhaps more concerning than all is the team's run defense, one of the worst in the league. The Panthers' defense allowed 3,000 rushing yards in 2024, the first team to do so since 1980. It's no secret that Carolina needs to invest in their interior defensive line, and that's what they started off doing in free agency. Carolina has signed a slew of defensive players, most notably DT Teshawn Wharton from the Chiefs and DT Bobby Brown III from the Rams.
🔥 MORE: Bryce Young Odds
Looking Ahead: Panthers Playoff Picture
The Panthers' path to making the playoffs this upcoming season will rely mostly on QB Bryce Young's play and if Carolina can make the necessary roster upgrades this offseason. The Panthers saw improvement on the offensive and defensive lines in 2024 and if they can continue with the positive trends by investing in a powerful receiver and pass rusher, they have a chance to snag a playoff spot.
Are the Panthers Out of the Playoff Picture?
No team, including the Panthers, is out of the playoff picture since we have not started the season yet. The Carolina Panthers were eliminated from the 2024-25 NFL playoff picture in Week 15.
Panthers Playoff Picture vs. NFC South
The Panthers tied with the Saints to finish last place in the NFC South with a 5-12 record.
Here is what the final standings looked like last season:
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers 10-7
- Atlanta Falcons 8-9
- Carolina Panthers 5-12
- New Orleans Saints 5-12
Here are the 2025-26 odds for who will win the NFC South:
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers +110
- Atlanta Falcons +230
- Carolina Panthers +425
- New Orleans Saints +800
Panthers Playoff Picture vs. NFC Standings
The Panthers finished with one of the worst records in the NFC with a 5-12 record. They are projected to finish at the bottom of the conference again in 2025, with just a 1.3% chance to win it.
Panthers Playoff Picture Outlook & Predictions for 2025
The Carolina Panthers are still in the early phases of their roster rebuild and will have to continue to improve this offseason. For Bryce Young to succeed, the Panthers need to find more reliable and consistent offensive weapons. They will also need to greatly improve their run defense after having one of the worst in the league last season.
To truly contend, this team will need to continue to build on defense and invest much further at wide receiver.
🔥 MORE: Panthers Injury Report
Who to Root for if You're a Carolina Panthers Fan
Aside from rooting for the Panthers, Carolina fans should root for any team that plays against the Falcons, Saints or Buccaneers.
Carolina Panthers Playoff Chances FAQs
The Panthers' chances of making the NFL playoffs are off the board. If the Panthers can make major roster upgrades in free agency and the draft, they could make the playoffs in 2025-26.
At this point in the offseason, every team is technically in the running for the playoffs, including the Panthers. Carolina missed the postseason after the 2024 season, they were eliminated from contention following a Week 15 loss.
The Panthers are not in the playoffs yet as we're still in the NFL offseason. The regular season doesn't start until September 2025, and the playoffs will not begin until January 2026. We won't know for a few months if the Panthers will be in the playoffs.
Yes, the Carolina Panthers do have a chance to make the 2025-26 playoffs. Since the season hasn't started yet, every team (including the Panthers) is eligible for the postseason.
Yes, the Panthers absolutely can make the playoffs this year. The 2025-26 season has not yet started and even though the Panthers finished last season with a 5-12 record, they did show signs of improvement.
No, the Panthers did not make the playoffs in the 2024-2025 NFL season. They haven't made the playoffs since the 2017-18 season.
Author
Shannon Lane is a commercial editor and fact-checker for BetCarolina. She's spent the last decade working in sports media, including at NFL Media and as a reporter/fact-checker at Sports Illustrated. She covers everything NFL football to give North Carolina sports betters the best information on the Panthers and other NFL teams.
