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Ejiro Evero’s firing forces the Panthers to confront years of misplaced faith

Ejiro Evero's firing forces the Carolina Panthers to confront years of misplaced faith in their former defensive coordinator.

By Garrett Klaus · Cat Crave

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Cat Crave argues Ejiro Evero's firing highlights years of misplaced faith by the Carolina Panthers' front office.
The Panthers dismissed defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero less than a year after granting him a contract extension through 2027.
Carolina retained Evero when head coach Dave Canales took over in 2024, despite major defensive struggles that followed.

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The Carolina Panthers have officially fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, concluding a nearly four-year stint with the franchise. Cat Crave argues that while Evero warrants criticism, the front office should also share blame for maintaining misplaced faith and extending his contract earlier in the year despite historically poor defensive stretches.

Evero originally remained on staff when Dave Canales was hired as head coach in 2024. However, the Panthers set an NFL record by allowing 534 points in 2024, and recurring struggles against the run continued into 2026, where Carolina ranked last in rush defense entering Week 8.

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