Processing Blue: A Panthers' Podcast

The Charlotte Observer

Weekly, Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow go inside the locker room and outside the lines for a look at the Carolina Panthers.

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20 episodes
Updated Wednesday

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Wednesday · 47 min
First impressions of the Panthers (FIGHT!) + Stock watch through four workouts
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions of the first week of training camp, including a fight and what Bryce Young is up to. Then, they pick their offensive (9:45) and defensive (14:00) MVPs through the first four workouts. They end the show with whose stock is up (21:35) and who is down (33:30) so far through camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 22 · 42 min
Which players are likely to make the Panthers? + Underdog picks
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are most likely to make the team (3:25) and go over Mike's underdog list (11:45). Then, they dig deeper into the wide receiver room and who makes the team (18:25) as well as Jackson Kuwatch, the team's last pick. (27:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 15 · 36 min
Who are the definitive locks for the Panthers heading into training camp?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are definitely making the team out of training camp (3:15) and who are close to being a lock (26:05). They also discuss which players may be on the bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 17 · 29 min
What does Jalen Coker's extension mean for Xavier Legette's future?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye and columnist Scott Fowler talk about Jalen Coker securing an extension and what that means for the young wideout (1:00). But does that change things for Xavier Legette now? (6:15) And is there a trade to be made among the wide receivers? (10:40) Then, they give their overall impressions of minicamp (13:55) and give one new player they're excited to see at training camp (17:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 10 · 50 min
Is Xavier Legette turning the corner? + Dominique Dafney joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on the week of practice from WR David Moore and what he brings to the team (1:25). Then, they talk about what they make of Xavier Legette so far in camp (11:15). Former Panthers TE Dominique Dafney joins the show to talk about life after football, his tight end rankings and thoughts on a minicamp with Dave Canales (14:25). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (34:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 3 · 40 min
Tetairoa, J. Brooks sit again at OTAs + PJ Walker joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs this week, including a number of players unavailable such as Tetairoa McMillan (1:10) and an update on Jonathon Brooks' status (4:00) before talking with former Panthers QB PJ Walker about retiring, his new venture and memories of playing in Carolina (7:10). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (32:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27 · 25 min
OTA Takeaways: Bryce Young curses, Jaelan Phillips sets the tempo, Brooks breakout?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs so far, including a Bryce Young "blow up" (1:30) and how the rest of the quarterback class is looking (8:35). Then, they go over how Jonathon Brooks has looked early on (10:30) and early impressions of Jaelan Phillips and Devil Lloyd (13:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20 · 29 min
What will the Panthers do at tackle after the Turk Wharton injury?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on what the Turk Wharton injury means for the team (0:50) and whether a free agent option makes sense (9:05) Then, they go over some of the favorite match-ups (11:10) and least favorite match-ups (15:10) from last week's schedule release before outlining the OTA battles to watch (18:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13 · 36 min
Early rookie minicamp impressions + Big injury return news
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions from the first days of rookie minicamp (0:35) and dig into the Haynes King/Taysom Hill comparisons (8:20). Then, they go over some comments that Dave Canales made about the nickel cornerback position next season (19:08) and offer updates on injured players Jonathon Brooks, Robert Hunt and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 6 · 48 min
Which UDFAs have best chance to make the team + Aaron Hall joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow have a conversation about UDFA signing Haynes King (1:05) before digging into the other signings and who could make the team out of camp (11:15). Then, Panthers UDFA Aaron Hall joins the show to talk about playing for his home state team (19:15) before the guys finish up by looking at a potential free agent pick up for Carolina (34:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 29 · 45 min
Grading the Carolina Panthers' draft class + Sam Hecht joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the entire NFL Draft class for the Panthers, starting with 19th overall pick Monroe Freeling (2:15). Then, Panthers 5th round pick Sam Hecht joins the show to talk about his journey to the NFL (20:45) before the guys finish up the draft class and also discuss impact from the team's UDFA signings (31:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 22 · 53 min
Where do the Panthers go on draft night? + Eli Stowers joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down how the team sets the table at the NFL Draft this week (4:00) as well as ask whether or not they go WR or TE early. (17:30) Then, Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show (21:20) before the guys talk about Mike's new mock draft to close the show. (36:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 15 · 43 min
Could Panthers draft a WR in first round again? Plus Mitchell Evans joins
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down what Dan Morgan said in his pre-draft press conference (1:29), plus an exclusive interview with tight end Mitchell Evans (14:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 8 · 40 min
Al Wallace joins the show and says these Panthers remind him of the 2000s teams
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler discuss the best draft nights in Panthers history and a position the team doesn't need to add to in a few weeks (1:20). Then, they are joined by Panthers legend Al Wallace to discuss the upcoming draft, how last year's team should cede to even better results this year and Al's path to the NFL (9:05). Finally, Alex and Scott give grades to the first two drafts under Panthers GM Dan Morgan (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 1 · 36 min
Dave Canales updates from Jonathan Brooks to new defense look + Sam Martin joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about Mike's recent catch up with Dave Canales and what he said about Jonathon Brooks' role for next season (1:50), what could happen at the center position (4:10), and whether or not we could see a new look on defense (7:15). Then, they are joined by punter Sam Martin to chat about re-signing with Carolina, the art of the onside kick and his memories at App State (10:25). Finally, Mike and Alex ask each other what lowkey draft need the Panthers should consider targeting. (29:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 25 · 43 min
Immediate draft needs for the Panthers + Claudin Cherelus joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow follow recent comments made by GM Dan Morgan about "best available player" and look at the immediate draft needs for the Panthers (1:18). They also rate the Andy Dalton trade to Philadelphia: like, love, or leave? (5:50) Then, they are joined by special teams ace/ILB Claudin Cherelus to chat about his offseason, his Pro Day memories and growing up in Haiti (12:00). Finally, Mike and Alex chat other recent signing by the team (27:20) and what Mike has seen at recent Pro Days (36:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 18 · 35 min
Love, like, leave with second wave free agents + Thomas Incoom joins the show
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow look at the second wave of free agents signed by the team and say whether they love, like or leave on Rasheed Walker, John Metchie, Luke Fortner and Stone Forsythe (1:15). Then they are joined by special teams ace/OLB Thomas Incoom to chat about his offseason, re-signing with Carolina as a free agent and what fans can expect from new LB Jaelan Phillips (13:40). Finally, Mike and Alex chat other recent re-signs by the Panthers (22:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 11 · 33 min
Big names headed to Panthers in free agency: How would we rate those moves?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow dig into the first couple days of free agency as the Panthers agree to terms with edge rusher Jaelan Phillips and linebacker Devin Lloyd. They discuss whether they love, like or leave the signings of Phillips, Lloyd and QB Kenny Pickett (1:50). Then they quickly recap some of the players who re-signed with the team and what the next steps could be for GM Dan Morgan and company (25:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
March 4 · 39 min
Which free agents should the Panthers pursue + who should they bring back?
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow are back from the NFL Combine and ready to dig into the offseason. First up, who are three realistic free agents that the Panthers could pursue? (4:15) Then they look at some non-free agent targets that the team could consider (24:00) as well as some players that they could bring back for next season (29:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
February 25 · 26 min
Reports from the Combine: New offensive playcaller, GM on future of Mays, Rico
Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow come to you from Indianapolis and the NFL Combine and start out with the news that Brad Idzik will take over play-calling on offense from Dave Canales (0:55) and what that means for Dave's role now (6:15). Then they recap their conversation with GM Dan Morgan, who talked about the future of free agents Cade Mays and Rico Dowdle (13:03), a potential move away from Andy Dalton (16:40) and some back-up QB options (20:05) as well as how they want to "attack" linebackers this offseason (23:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Processing Blue: A Panthers' Podcast

First impressions of the Panthers (FIGHT!) + Stock watch through four workouts

Which players are likely to make the Panthers? + Underdog picks

Who are the definitive locks for the Panthers heading into training camp?

What does Jalen Coker's extension mean for Xavier Legette's future?

Is Xavier Legette turning the corner? + Dominique Dafney joins the show

Tetairoa, J. Brooks sit again at OTAs + PJ Walker joins the show

OTA Takeaways: Bryce Young curses, Jaelan Phillips sets the tempo, Brooks breakout?

What will the Panthers do at tackle after the Turk Wharton injury?

Early rookie minicamp impressions + Big injury return news

Which UDFAs have best chance to make the team + Aaron Hall joins the show

Grading the Carolina Panthers' draft class + Sam Hecht joins the show

Where do the Panthers go on draft night? + Eli Stowers joins the show

Could Panthers draft a WR in first round again? Plus Mitchell Evans joins

Al Wallace joins the show and says these Panthers remind him of the 2000s teams

Dave Canales updates from Jonathan Brooks to new defense look + Sam Martin joins the show

Immediate draft needs for the Panthers + Claudin Cherelus joins the show

Love, like, leave with second wave free agents + Thomas Incoom joins the show

Big names headed to Panthers in free agency: How would we rate those moves?

Which free agents should the Panthers pursue + who should they bring back?

Reports from the Combine: New offensive playcaller, GM on future of Mays, Rico