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Purrfect Takes

Steven Patton & Jacob Lequire

A Carolina Panthers podcast dedicated to bringing you up to date information about the home team and stories from around the NFL. Tune in to hear weekly breakdowns!

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S4 · E24
Monday · 36 min
Queen City Takeover in Philly
Steven and Jacob break down Carolina’s 25–14 win over Philadelphia, Bryce Young’s continued growth, the Panthers’ strong run game, and defensive pressure. They also discuss the penalties, missed kicks, and game-management issues Carolina needs to clean up before its matchup with Tampa Bay. Charlotte owns the Linc (01:39) Young and Hubbard lead the way (3:03) Situational play-calling and clock management (10:16) Carolina’s franchise-record penalty total (21:57) Looking ahead to Tampa Bay (26:39) Purrfect Takes (34:40)
S4 · E23
October 14 · 31 min
We're A Quarter Way There
The Panthers are coming off a timely bye week sitting atop the NFC South as we break down why the upcoming trip to Philadelphia feels more winnable than it did before the season. We also look at the division’s weekend results, Carolina’s injury situation, the Eagles’ recent late-game collapses, and the matchups that could decide the game. Plus: Bryce Young’s path to success and our Purrfect Takes. Winning the Bye Week (0:14) The Next Four Games (4:09) How the Panthers Can Attack the Eagles (7:38) The Offensive Line, Run Game, & Bryce Young (15:21) Purrfect Takes (25:06)
S4 · E22
October 5 · 37 min
Coming Out Game
We break down Bryce Young’s coming out game as the Panthers take down the Lions under the lights in Charlotte. They discuss the dominant run game, a much-improved defensive front, costly mistakes in coverage and protection, and the growing injury concerns heading into the bye week. They close with Purrfect Takes and an early look at the NFC South race and the upcoming matchup with Philadelphia. Bryce is Here to Stay (1:38) The Good, Bad & Ugly (6:29) Injuries, the Bye Week & What Comes Next (21:20) Purrfect Takes (31:26)
S4 · E21
September 29 · 32 min
Back from Vietnam
We breakdown the Panthers loss on the road to the Browns and the fallout from a disappointing performance. We give our thoughts on the SNF matchup against the visiting Lions before closing with our Purrfect Takes. The Panthers are going to Panther (0:20) Undisciplined Play on the Defensive Side (12:51) Sunday Night Football in Charlotte (18:53) Purrfect Takes (25:24)
S4 · E20
September 22 · 36 min
Get Right Game
We breakdown the Panthers win against the Falcons as we talk about an impressive victory with some cause for concern. We give our keys to victories against the Browns before closing with our Purrfect Takes. Bryce Young owns the Falcons (0:27) A Few Things to Tighten Up (15:05) Trip to Cleveland (24:37) Purrfect Takes (30:47)
S4 · E19
September 14 · 33 min
Fire Evero
We breakdown the Panthers loss to the Bears as we outline what went wrong in what began as a back and forth contest. We give our keys to victories against Atlanta before closing with our Purrfect Takes. No Excuse on Defense (2:12) Silver Lining on Offense (14:47) Week Two Preview (25:38) Purrfect Takes (31:10)
S4 · E18
September 8 · 59 min
The Wait is Over
We breakdown the Panthers schedule and team awards before jumping into our week one preview. We give our keys to victories before closing with our Purrfect Takes. Schedule Prediction (2:06) Team Awards (17:00) Week One Preview (38:32) Purrfect Takes (51:27)
S4 · E17
September 1 · 46 min
And Then There Were 53
The Rams add another piece as they try to increase their Super Bowl run odds. Is it enough to beat the Panthers? We break down the final 53 man roster. We highlight the moves we loved as well as other concerns we have across the roster heading into the regular season. AD Returns (0:40) Zavala is No Longer on the Roster (6:07) Kept 5 TEs on the Roster (21:15) Depth Concerns on Defense (29:30) Purrfect Takes (39:39)
S4 · E16
August 25 · 44 min
Bounce Back in Jacksonville
We break down who has more to prove heading into year four from the 2023 QB class. We then discuss the preseason risers and fallers before the final preseason game and roster cuts before diving into our takes. Bryce Young v. CJ Stroud (5:48) Preseason Risers (13:33) Preseason Fallers (29:46) Purrfect Takes (37:19)
S4 · E15
August 18 · 34 min
Embarrassment in Buffalo
We review the beat down in Buffalo. Chandler Zavala did himself no favors, but we dive into a few bright spots including the marquis free agent signings. We also preview the joint practice with the Jaguars and end with our Purrfect Takes. Time Table on Injuries (1:10) Zavala's Horrendous Performance (4:13) Bryce Young has to be Better (9:57) Another TD for Ja'Seem Reed (21:32) Purrfect Takes (28:21)
S4 · E14
August 11 · 48 min
Crown Him
We review the HoF game that went down to the wire in Canton, OH. Haynes King is the biggest riser, but who was the biggest faller? We then wrap up with a preview of the trip to Buffalo for our second preseason game this year. Murray Named the Starter (0:34) Mike Kaye named the Panthers' ESPN reporter (9:14) Biggest Risers & Fallers (10:52) Trip to Buffalo (33:07) Purrfect Takes (42:46)
S4 · E13
August 4 · 44 min
HoF Game Preview
On this week of Purrfect Takes, we dive into the players and matchups we have our eye on in training camp and the Hall of Fame game this Thursday against the Arizona Cardinals. We then delve into injuries and other news around the NFL. NFL Contract Discussion (0:24) The HoF Game (5:59) Key Injuries around the NFC South (30:59) Purrfect Takes (36:00)
S4 · E12
July 28 · 38 min
When it Rains it Pours
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we discuss the first week of training camp and what we look forward to seeing from this roster and coaching staff. First Padded Practice (0:26) Nic Scourton on IR (4:06) Training Camp Battles (12:18) Brad Idzik at the Helm (28:43) Purrfect Takes (33:20)
S4 · E11
July 21 · 1 hr 5 min
Defensive Team Draft
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we take an defensive player from every team in the NFL to build an defensive roster for the 2026 season. Two Panthers on NFI (0:28) Rules of Engagement (2:45) On the Clock (5:40) Purrfect Takes (50:38)
S4 · E10
July 14 · 53 min
Offensive Team Draft
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we take an offensive player from every team in the NFL to build an offensive roster for the 2026 season. Sports Movement (0:25) Rules of Engagement (2:33) On the Clock (7:44) Purrfect Takes (50:38)
S4 · E9
May 26 · 53 min
Draft Hits & Misses
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we breakdown the Carolina Panthers greatest draft hits and misses inside the top 100 draft selections since 1995. Draft Hits (3:42) Draft Misses (27:04) Purrfect Takes (48:34)
S4 · E8
May 19 · 33 min
Schedule Release
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we breakdown the Carolina Panthers schedule while making our predictions on how the season may culminate for a team trending up. Generational Talents (1:01) A Few Superlatives (5:34) Predictions and Purrfect Takes (27:15)
S4 · E7
May 12 · 58 min
Realistic Expectations
On this week's episode of Purrfect Takes we breakdown the latest offensive trend in the NFL and touch on the the draft hits and misses beyond pick 100 all time for the Panthers. GOAT debate (0:38) 2+ TE Personnel Sets (7:18) Top 5 Hits (20:11) Top 5 Misses (37:05)
S4 · E6
April 28 · 1 hr 3 min
Draft Recap
On this episode of Purrfect Takes, we breakdown the Panthers draft class, a few surprises in the first round, and our winners and losers of the draft. Dan Morgan and company let the draft come to them (0:31) Cardinals Rock the Boat Early On (14:56) Rams Planning for the Future (22:27) Texans Reaching for Need (29:34) Winners & Losers of the Draft (37:41) Purrfect Takes (57:24)
S4 · E5
April 21 · 1 hr 51 min
Predictive Mock Draft
On this episode of Purrfect Takes, we predict which prospect each team will take in the first round. We don't consider trades to help simplify the exercise. Is Arvell Reese the next Abdul Carter or Jalon Walker? (6:37) Jeremiyah Love slides in the Top 10 (25:02) How do the Rams address the offensive side of the ball? (39:46) Finding a Home for Sadiq (52:21) Another WR for the Panthers (1:03:35) The Lane Johnson replacement (1:14:28) A CB for the Reigning Super Bowl champs (1:38:05) Purrfect Takes (1:42:34)

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