Patrick Magoon

Joined: Aug 9, 2018

Patrick is an independent NFL writer with a passion for Carolina sports. He has professional experience in SEO optimization, freelance writing and editing and marketing. Patrick is pursuing a Communications degree and working towards a career in sports media. His work has been published on USA Today's Pantherswire and Textbroker.com.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 21: Tight end Zach Ertz #86 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs for a touchdown against strong safety Eric Reid #25 of the Carolina Panthers during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on October 21, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Six ways the Panthers can increase their chances of making the playoffs

PITTSBURGH, PA - JANUARY 14: Mike Mitchell #23 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Heinz Field on January 14, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Four free agent safeties the Carolina Panthers could pursue

ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 16: Christian McCaffrey #22 of the Carolina Panthers is tackled by Brian Poole #34 of the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Panthers’ Christian McCaffrey on pace to break NFL single-season reception record

HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 01: Deshaun Watson #4, DeAndre Hopkins #10 and Chris Clark #74 of the Houston Texans celebrate a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the first quarter at NRG Stadium on October 1, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Carolina Panthers make two noteworthy roster moves on a busy Wednesday

ORCHARD PARK, NY - AUGUST 09: C.J. Anderson #20 of the Carolina Panthers carries the ball during the third quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on August 9, 2018 in Orchard Park, New York. Carolina defeats Buffalo in the preseason game 28-23. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)

Carolina Panthers: 3 players to watch vs Cowboys

JACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 24: Mose Frazier #81 of the Carolina Panthers rushes for yardage during a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on August 24, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Panthers: 3 surprising roster cuts

CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 31: Cameron Artis-Payne #34 of the Carolina Panthers runs with the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on August 31, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Panthers at Steelers: Positions to watch

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 28: A Carolina Panthers helmet sits on the turf before the start of the Panthers and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 28, 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Three Panthers players who underperformed in preseason game 3

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 26: Matt Kalil #75 of the Carolina Panthers in action against the New York Jets during their game at MetLife Stadium on November 26, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Panthers: Predicting the offensive line order

CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 17: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers looks on against the Miami Dolphins during the game at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Panthers vs. Dolphins: Final thoughts

SANTA CLARA, CA - OCTOBER 22: Orlando Scandrick #32 of the Dallas Cowboys takes the field prior to their NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on October 22, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Should the Carolina Panthers pursue CB Orlando Scandrick?

SEATTLE, WA - AUGUST 18: Quarterback Taylor Heinicke #6 of the Minnesota Vikings looks downfield to pass against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on August 18, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Why Taylor Heinicke should win the backup quarterback battle in Carolina