What Are the Panthers Playoff Chances?
The Panthers' playoff chances are 30.3% according to DraftKings Sportsbook North Carolina.
| 🏈 Make Playoffs Chances | 30.3% (+230) |
| ❌ Miss Playoffs Chances | 74.4% (-290) |
| 🏆 Win Super Bowl Chances | 0.8% (+12000) |
| 🥇 Win NFC Chances | 1.9% (+5000) |
| ⭐ Win NFC South Chances | 21.3% (+370) |
| 📊 Regular Season Wins | O/U 6.5 (-130/+110) |
| ✅ Last Verified | July 18, 2025 |
Carolina saw improvement at the end of last season, and with an upgraded roster, the Panthers could 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 at making the playoffs. Technically, every team does at this point in the offseason since the season hasn’t started yet. At +230 odds on DraftKings, Carolina holds a 30.3% chance to reach the playoffs in 2025. Expect these odds to shift as the season approaches and unfolds.
Where Can I Bet on the Carolina Panthers to Make the Playoffs?
You can bet on the NFL playoffs with most major sportsbooks, 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 as of March 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?
The Panthers missed the playoffs last season, but after an active offseason, they’ll be eager to chase a postseason spot in 2025. Currently, their odds to make the playoffs stand at +230, which translates to a 30.3% chance. Carolina’s training camp kicks off on July 21, leading into their preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns at home on August 8.
After failing to make the postseason in 2024, the Panthers are looking to make the playoffs for the first time since 2017. They have made significant improvements to their roster in free agency and the draft.
Carolina Panthers Playoff Chances: Key Updates July 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.
- 📅 May 20, 2025: Carolina signs WR T.J. Luther to a contract.
- 📅 May 13, 2025: The Panthers sign RB Trevor Etienne to a rookie contract.
- 📅 May 08, 2025: Carolina places RB Jonathon Brooks on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
- 📅 April 24, 2025: The Panthers draft WR Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona) in the first round of the 2025 draft.
- 📅 March 27, 2025: Carolina signs WR Hunter Renfrow.
- 📅 March 26, 2025: The Panthers re-sign C Cade Mays.
- 📅 March 24, 2025: Carolina re-signs WR David Moore and DB Nick Scott.
- 📅 March 12, 2025: Panthers re-sign TE Tommy Tremble, OT Brady Christensen, C Austin Corbett, CB Michael Jackson, and CB Jaycee Horn.
- 📅 March 12, 2025: The Panthers sign DT Tershawn Wharton, S Tre'von Moehrig, and RB Rico Dowdle.
- 📅 February 18, 2025: QB Andy Dalton signs a two-year deal with Carolina.
- 📅 January 5, 2025: The Panthers finish the 2024-25 season with a win over the Falcons and a 5-12 record.
- 📅 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 opens the 2025 season on the road against the Jacksonville Jaguars. They’ll travel to Munich, Germany, for an international game against the New York Giants in Week 10, followed by a late-season bye in Week 14.
| Panthers Schedule | Line | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 at Jacksonville Jaguars | CAR +3, ML +136 | TBD |
| Week 2 at Arizona Cardinals | CAR +4.5, ML +170 | TBD |
| Week 3 vs. Atlanta Falcons | CAR -1.5, ML -120 | TBD |
| Week 4 at New England Patriots | CAR +3.5, ML +145 | TBD |
| Week 5 vs. Miami Dolphins | CAR +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 6 vs. Dallas Cowboys | CAR +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 7 at New York Jets | CAR +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 8 vs. Buffalo Bills | CAR +7, ML +250 | TBD |
| Week 9 at Green Bay Packers | CAR +7.5, ML +270 | TBD |
| Week 10 vs. New Orleans Saints | CAR -4.5, ML -192 | TBD |
| Week 11 at Atlanta Falcons | CAR +3, ML +130 | TBD |
| Week 12 at San Francisco 49ers | CAR +7, ML +240 | TBD |
| Week 13 vs. Los Angeles Rams | CAR +3.5, ML +145 | TBD |
| Week 14 BYE | - | - |
| Week 15 at New Orleans Saints | CAR -1.5, ML -122 | TBD |
| Week 16 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | CAR +3.5, ML +145 | TBD |
| Week 17 vs. Seattle Seahawks | CAR +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 18 at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | CAR +7, ML +240 | TBD |
Key Contributors Toward Panthers Playoff Chances
The Panthers' playoff chances improving will likely depend on Bryce Young's continued growth, but with veteran quarterback Andy Dalton back, some of the pressure on Young is eased. Carolina has also added more weapons on offense, retaining key players like WR David Moore and TE Tommy Tremble, while signing WR Hunter Renfrow and RB Rico Dowdle. The draft further helped build around Young, with first-round pick Tetairoa McMillan from Arizona and fifth-round tight end Mitchell Evans joining the roster.
Defensively, Carolina is expected to make significant strides after allowing over 3,000 rushing yards in 2024, the first team to do so since 1980. The Panthers bolstered their front line with notable signings like DT Teshawn Wharton from the Chiefs and DT Bobby Brown III from the Rams. Other additions who are expected to strengthen the defense include S Tre'von Moehrig, LB Pat Jones II, and rookie DT Cam Jackson.
🔥 MORE: Bryce Young Odds
Looking Ahead: Panthers Playoff Picture
Like many NFL teams, the Panthers’ playoff hopes will largely depend on their quarterback and the weapons surrounding him. With a strong offensive line in place, Carolina spent the offseason and draft adding key offensive targets. The improved roster aims to deliver a more explosive and consistent offense. Notable additions include RB Rico Dowdle, WR Hunter Renfrow, and rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan.
On defense, Carolina focused on reinforcing the defensive line, adding size and run-stopping ability with signings like Tershawn Wharton and Christian Rozeboom. The Panthers also added depth to the secondary by bringing in safety Tre'von Moehrig and drafting DT Cam Jackson.
Are the Panthers Out of the Playoff Picture?
At this point in the offseason, every team is in the running for the playoffs, including Carolina. The Panthers have a 74.4% chance of missing the playoffs, based on -290 odds at DraftKings. The Panthers have not been to the playoffs since 2017.
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
Panthers Playoff Picture vs. NFC Standings
The Panthers finished with one of the worst records in the NFC at 5–12. They’re projected to finish near the bottom again in 2025, with just a 1.9% chance to win the conference. The Eagles are the favorites at +310 odds. However, once the season gets underway, these odds will fluctuate significantly, and as we get deeper into the season, the numbers could look very different based on how teams perform.
Panthers Playoff Picture Outlook & Predictions for 2025
The Carolina Panthers are still in the early phases of their roster rebuild and will have to wait to see if their upgraded roster shows improvement on both sides of the ball. The Panthers spent the offseason making significant changes to their roster in the hope of making the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Once we get closer to the start of the season, we will have a better idea of what their official roster will look like and how it will impact their playoff chances.
🔥 MORE: Panthers Injury Report
Who to Root for if You're a Carolina Panthers Fan
Aside from rooting for the Panthers, Carolina fans should cheer for any team that takes on the Falcons, Saints, or Buccaneers, which are divisional rivals who stand in the way of Carolina’s playoff chances.
Carolina Panthers Playoff Chances FAQs
The Panthers' chances to make the playoffs in 2025 are 30.3%. This is based on +230 odds to make the playoffs at DraftKings Sportsbook. Carolina has not reached the playoffs since the 2017 season. FanDuel has slightly better odds at +225.
At this point in the offseason, every NFL team is in the running for the playoffs, including the Panthers. Carolina missed the 2024 postseason after they were eliminated from contention following a Week 15 loss. Carolina has a 74.4% chance of missing the playoffs based on -290 odds at FanDuel.
The Panthers are not in the playoffs, 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. Right now, the Panthers' chances of making the playoffs are 30.3%.
Yes, the Panthers absolutely can make the playoffs this year. According to DraftKings odds, the Panthers' chances to make the playoffs are 30.3%. Every team has a chance to make the 2025-26 playoffs since the season has not yet started.
You can bet on the Carolina Panthers to make the playoffs with most major sportsbooks, including those in North Carolina. Popular sportsbooks where you can bet on the Panthers to make the playoffs include FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, ESPN BET, and Caesars.
No, the Panthers did not make the playoffs in the 2024-25 NFL season. They haven't made the playoffs since the 2017-18 season. Carolina is hoping to put an end to a string of losing seasons and become a playoff contender.
The Panthers can reach the playoffs by either winning the NFC South (having the best record among the division’s four teams) or by earning one of the three wild-card spots reserved for the best records among the remaining 12 NFC teams.
Author
Calli is lifelong resident of Arizona and has been an avid sports fan since she can remember. After earning her Bachelor’s degrees from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University, she combined her passion for journalism and sports. Calli has covered the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAAF, college sports, and sports betting for several media outlets.
