Carolina Panthers Playoffs 2027
Carolina Panthers 2027 playoff page. The Panthers are 0-1, 4th in the NFC South with a -22 point differential and a 1-game losing streak. They are in the hunt, 1 game behind the last wild-card spot with 16 games left.
Last time out they lost to the Chicago Bears 37-59 at home. Next up: away at the Atlanta Falcons (0-1) on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.438 record, including 7 games against teams currently in playoff position. Updated Sep 17, 2026 7:40 AM EDT.
Panthers Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 37-59 vs 
Chicago Bears
· Week 1
Next game
at 
Atlanta Falcons (0-1)
· Week 2
What it takes
1 game behind the last wild-card spot with 16 to play. They need to win and get help from the teams above them.
Remaining schedule
16 games left · opponents’ record 0.438 · 7 vs current playoff teams
NFC South Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  New Orleans Saints | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | -1 | L1 |
| 2 |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | -6 | L1 |
| 3 | Atlanta Falcons | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | -7 | L1 |
| 4 | Carolina Panthers | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-1 | -22 | L1 |
Season Trend
Panthers Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Bears #1 | 1-0 | L 37-59 | |
| 2 | at Falcons | 0-1 | ||
| 3 | at  Browns | 0-1 | ||
| 4 | vs  Lions #7 | 1-0 | ||
| 6 | at  Eagles #6 | 1-0 | ||
| 7 | vs Buccaneers | 0-1 | ||
| 8 | at  Packers | 0-1 | ||
| 9 | vs  Broncos | 0-1 | ||
| 10 | at Saints #4 | 0-1 | ||
| 11 | vs  Ravens #3 | 1-0 | ||
| 12 | at Buccaneers | 0-1 | ||
| 13 | at  Vikings #5 | 1-0 | ||
| 14 | vs Saints #4 | 0-1 | ||
| 15 | vs  Bengals | 1-0 | ||
| 16 | at  Steelers #7 | 1-0 | ||
| 17 | vs  Seahawks | 1-0 | ||
| 18 | vs Falcons | 0-1 |
Recent Playoff History
| Playoffs | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 playoffs2025 season | Lost in Wild Card Round |
This Carolina Panthers playoffs page refreshes after every Panthers game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the NFC playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Carolina Panthers playoffs FAQ
Are the Carolina Panthers in the 2027 playoffs?
Not yet. They are 1 game behind the last wild-card spot with 16 games to play.
What seed would the Panthers be?
They are outside the seven playoff spots today.
Who leads the NFC South?
New Orleans Saints (0-1); the Panthers are 4th.
When is the next Panthers game?
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT, away at the Atlanta Falcons.
How hard is the Panthers remaining schedule?
16 games left against opponents with a combined 0.438 record; 7 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Panthers clinch a playoff spot?
Win the NFC South, or finish with one of the three best records among NFC non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Panthers record at home and on the road?
0-1 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-1 in the conference.