Carolina Panthers Make Defensive Staffing Changes Following Packers Loss
The Carolina Panthers fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley after their recent loss to the Green Bay Packers.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 30, 2026 — The Carolina Panthers have made changes to their defensive coaching staff, parting ways with Defensive Coordinator Ejiro Evero and Defensive Passing Game Coordinator Jonathan Cooley.
The team announced the dismissals following a recent loss to the Green Bay Packers. The specific date of the loss was not provided in the available information.
Evero had been with the Panthers since the 2023 season. Cooley also held a position on the defensive staff. The circumstances surrounding their departures, beyond the timing related to the Green Bay game, were not detailed.
Information regarding interim appointments or a search for permanent replacements for the defensive coordinator and defensive passing game coordinator roles was not immediately available. The team’s performance metrics leading up to these decisions were also not specified.
This move comes as the Panthers continue their season. Further details regarding the organizational changes and any future staffing plans are expected to be released by the team.
Story summarized from the original created by Steve Reed, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
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