The Carolina Panthers fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, following recent games including a Thursday Night Football loss to the Packers, and make changes to the defensive coaching staff. Multiple outlets report that defensive line coach Todd Wash is elevated to an interim role and will call defensive plays.

Coverage links the decision to Carolina’s defensive performance and early-season results. ESPN says the move is announced by the team and frames Wash’s interim appointment. The Athletic adds additional context about defensive shortcomings, including points allowed and Carolina’s ranking in scoring defense. Some reports also mention related staff changes beyond Evero, including a parting with Jonathan Cooley.

While outlets generally agree on who is replaced and who takes over, they differ in emphasis: some lead with the immediate trigger (the Packers loss), others with the broader defensive decline over the season or Evero’s tenure. A sports outlet also focuses on how fans respond to the firing.