Panthers update defensive coaching staff after Week 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Carolina Panthers have announced changes to their defensive coaching staff following a Week 8 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley have been dismissed. Defensive line coach Todd Wash will serve as the interim defensive coordinator. The team has also reinstated DeAngelo Hall as the cornerbacks coach, a role he held previously. Other staff adjustments include new positions for Peter Hansen, AC Carter, Mayur Chaudhari, Renaldo Hill, Ilir Emini, Kevin Peterson, and Dwayne Stukes.
- •Panthers lost 27-19 to the Packers in Week 8
- •Ejiro Evero is out as defensive coordinator
- •Todd Wash is interim defensive coordinator
- •DeAngelo Hall returns as cornerbacks coach
- •Coaching staff changes aim to enhance team performance
- 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers announce updated defensive coaching staff on Monday
"The Panthers are coming out of Week 8 with a reworked defensive coaching staff.
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