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Sports · October 30, 2026

Panthers fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero

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The Carolina Panthers fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero on October 30, 2026, following a 27-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football. The coaching change occurs with the team holding a 3-4 record for the 2026 season. Defensive line coach Todd Wash has been named interim defensive coordinator, while defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley was also dismissed. The move follows a period of defensive struggle, including a franchise-record 59 points allowed in the season opener against Chicago.

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  • The Carolina Panthers fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero.
  • The firing occurred following a loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.
  • The Panthers record stands at 3-4.
  • The date of the reporting was October 30, 2026.

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  • Defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley was also fired.
  • Defensive line coach Todd Wash will serve as interim defensive coordinator and play-caller.
  • The Panthers defense ranked 30th in scoring defense, allowing 26.3 points per game during Evero's tenure.
  • The Panthers allowed a franchise-record 59 points in the 2026 season opener against the Bears.
  • Carolina's pass defense ranked fourth-best in passing yards allowed per game since 2023.

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