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Ejiro Evero’s exit forces Panthers to confront a bigger identity question

The Carolina Panthers must create a new defensive identity under interim coordinator Todd Wash after firing Ejiro Evero.

By Jared Feinberg · Cat Crave

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Writer Jared Feinberg argues that firing Ejiro Evero forces the Carolina Panthers to resolve their defensive identity crisis.
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley.
Todd Wash has been named Carolina's interim defensive coordinator following the coaching staff changes.

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Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley following back-to-back losses. The coaching changes were enacted after the defense surrendered over 40 points and 250 rushing yards, prompting Canales to name Todd Wash as the interim defensive coordinator.

Writer Jared Feinberg argues that Evero's exit forces the team to confront an identity crisis regarding their scheme. Feinberg suggests Wash may implement a more aggressive, attacking defense featuring single-gap penetrations, more man coverage, and an expanded role for safety Zakee Wheatley.

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