Carolina Panthers coverage, opinions, analysis, exclusive interviews and insight. Mid-week episodes preview the coming game and post-game episodes recap every Carolina Panthers win or loss with a focus on what worked, what didn't and what's next. Hosted by 99.9 The Fan's Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox and WRAL's Chris Lea. Panthers Playbook is part of the Capitol Broadcasting Podcast Network from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers under Dave Canales lose to the Cincinnati Bengals, 34-24, at Bank of America Stadium, with the offense under Andy Dalton looking strong again, but the defense missing several tackles and receivers dropping too many passes. Also, sound bites from Jaycee Horn, Chuba Hubbard, and an exclusive interview with Jalen Coker.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers QB Andy Dalton and head coach Dave Canales must build off of their win over the Las Vegas Raiders when they face the Cincinnati Bengals. Plus, is Bryce Young worth more than a late-round pick?
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea celebrate Andy Dalton and the Carolina Panthers beating the Las Vegas Raiders, 36-22, including the impressive performance by Chuba Hubbard, Diontae Johnson, the Panthers defense, and head coach Dave Canales as a play caller, and if Bryce Young should be traded.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the benching of Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young by head coach Dave Canales in favor of Andy Dalton, plus how GM Dan Morgan and owner David Tepper must decide what to do at quarterback for the future.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the breaking news of the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales benching QB Bryce Young for Andy Dalton, and how the trade by owner David Tepper to get the No. 1 overall pick in 2023 will go down as one of the worst in NFL history.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing 26-3 to the Los Angeles Chargers, including the latest struggles of QB Bryce Young and the offense as they wonder why the offense won’t take any shots down the field.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young must prove he can elevate his play and teammates around him against the Los Angeles Chargers this Sunday, and how head coach Dave Canales needs to show improvement in Week 2 of the NFL Season.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing 47-10 to the New Orleans Saints in the head coaching debut of Dave Canales, and how quarterback Bryce Young gave no hope for the Panthers fans, but also how the defense took a major step back as a unit.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea preview the Carolina Panthers week 1 NFL matchup at the New Orleans Saints under first-year head coach Dave Canales, including the roster overhaul on defense, what is to be expected from Bryce Young and the Panthers offense this year, and ways the defense can improve.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea break down the Carolina Panthers initial 53-man roster, including surprise cuts like Jordan Matthews, keeping seven wide receivers but not Terrace Marshall Jr., and what players could potentially be claimed by GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea give break down how Carolina Panthers QB Bryce young looked under head coach Dave Canales for the first time in their 31-26 preseason win over the Buffalo Bills, and if players like Terrace Marshall Jr., Ihmir Smith-Marsette, or David Moore separated themselves from a crowded wide receiver room.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea give their 53-man roster projections for the Carolina Panthers, and how head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan will have to make a lot of tough decisions.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea break down the Carolina Panthers losing 15-12 to the New York Jets at Bank Of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC for their second preseason game, and how the Panthers have shown growth this week under head coach Dave Canales, and how there's depth on defense. Also, an exclusive locker room interview with rookie Chau Smith-Wade.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the New York Jets in a joint practice, as well as their second preseason game, including how this will be the first time head coach Dave Canales, QB Bryce Young, and the offense will face competition, and if CB Jaycee Horn and the defense are as good as advertised.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers preseason opening 17-3 loss to the New England Patriots and how the offense showed a severe lack of depth under first year head coach Dave Canales, whereas several depth players on defense shined.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales announcing that QB Bryce Young will not play in the 2024 NFL Preseason opener against the New England Patriots, and if the decision will impact Dave Canales as a coach.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the competition at Carolina Panthers training camp for roster spots, including how many wide receivers head coach Dave Canales & GM Dan Morgan will keep for Panthers QB Bryce Young. Also, what will the running back room look like with Jonathan Brooks still recovering from injury? Plus, exclusive one-on-one interviews with tight end Tommy Tremble (6:09), and running back Mike Boone (18:50).
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea are at Day 2 of Carolina Panthers Training Camp to talk about the role of Dionate Johnson for head coach Dave Canales and QB Bryce Young, as well as how GM Dan Morgan and Canales are working out multiple pass rushers and how there's a lack of depth behind Jadeveon Clowney. Also, exclusive interviews with guard Robert Hunt, and rookie tight end J'Tavion Sanders.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea preview Carolina Panthers training camp by asking who are the top four Panthers players currently, and who needs to be the top four at the end of the season under first year head coach Dave Canales. Chris' Top 4: -Start of the year: 1. Derrick Brown 2. Jaycee Horn 3. Diontae Johnson 4. Chuba Hubbard -End of the year: 1. Bryce Young 2. Shaq Thompson 3. Derrick Brown 4. Diontae Johnson Dennis' Top 4: -Start of the year: 1. Derrick Brown 2. Diontae Johnson 3. Robert Hunt ...
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers Blueprint Episode 2 and the clear alignment between GM Dan Morgan, head coach Dave Canales, and Executive VP of Football Operations Brandt Tillis when it comes to building the roster through NFL free agency and the NFL Draft. Also, will running back Miles Sanders make the final roster? Plus, more on Bryce Young in his second season, and Xavier Legette.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers having mandatory minicamp this week, including how Dave Canales has a clear plan for the offseason according to Andy Dalton, but there are questions about Jadaveon Clowney, K'Lavon Chaisson, and Eddy Pinero skipping out on OTAs during the offseason.
Are the Carolina Panthers moving in the right direction under GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales? Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss their views on the Carolina Panthers now that free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft have been completed, including some takeaways from rookie minicamp, and "The Alignment" of GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales. Also, Chris shares thoughts on former Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton's comments about current Panthers QB Bryce Young.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers 2024 NFL Draft selections, and how GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales - "The Alignment" - were able to build the roster this offseason. Carolina Panthers draft picks include 1st Rd. WR Xavier Legette, South Carolina | 2nd Rd. RB Jonathon Brooks, Texas | 3rd Rd. LB Trevin Wallace, Kentucky | 4th Rd. TE Ja'Tavion Sanders, Texas | 5th Rd. CB Chau Smith-Wade, Washington State | 6th Rd. DL Jaden Crumedy, Mississippi State | 7th Rd. LB ...
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea react to the Carolina Panthers trading up to the 32nd pick with the Buffalo Bills in the 2024 NFL Draft to draft WR Xavier Legette from South Carolina, and how it's a great move by General Manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2024 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and how GM Dan Morgan can be active on Day 1 of the NFL Draft despite not having a first-round pick, and what players could help head coach Dave Canales & QB Bryce Young not just in 2024, but years to come.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the offseason moves for the Carolina Panthers made by GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales, including the trade for Diontae Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers, offensive line signings, the trade of Brian Burns to the New York Giants, signings on the defensive front, continuity with the defensive coaching staff, and why the 2024 NFL Draft is so vital for the Carolina Panthers and GM Dan Morgan.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the offseason moves for the Carolina Panthers made by GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales, including the trade for Diontae Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers, signing offensive lineman Robert Hunt & others to help QB Bryce Young, and how the moves on defense are short term to replace Brian Burns & Frankie Luvu.
In Season 3 of A Brief History of Triangle Sports, Brian Murphy from WRAL News and Tim Donnelly from 99.9 The Fan explore the history of sports betting in North Carolina. Mobile sports betting is legal today but getting to this point wasn’t easy. Brian and Tim cover the legislative twists and turns on the road to legal sports gambling and how NC’s “new normal” will change sports and sports fans going forward. All four episodes are available now. Find Season 3 of A Brief History of Triangle Sport...
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the breaking news of the Carolina Panthers trading Brian Burns to the New York Giants for a 2024 2nd-round pick and a 2025 5th-round pick. Dennis & Chris point out how GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales are clearing house and starting over, and are trying to get rid of players drafted/signed by previous front offices of Marty Hurney and Scott Fitterer.
Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers as free agency approaches, including how the franchise tag on Brian Burns will have impact on the 2024 roster as well as 2025 roster decisions for Derrick Brown, Frankie Luvu, and others, and how difficult it's going to be for the Carolina Panthers to build their roster for the 2024 season based on their salary cap situation.
