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Hear from the new GM of the Carolina Panthers Scott Fitterer on his philosophy of building a team, plus Matt Rhule and David Tepper weigh in with their thoughts on how Fitterer will fit with the Panthers.
Hear from offensive coordinator Joe Brady and defensive coordinator Phil Snow as they talk about the Week 10 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Matt Rhule talks Christian McCaffrey's injury, Jeremy Chinn discusses his return, Derrick Brown on his growth through nine games and John Miller on the offensive line.
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Hear from Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, Punter Joe Charlton, Kicker Joey Slye, Wide Receiver Robby Anderson and Linebacker Shaq Thompson after their 33-31 Week 9 loss to the defending Super Bowl champs in Kansas City.
Hear from Panther OC Joe Brady and DC Phil Snow as they get ready to square off with the Kansas City Chiefs with a returning Christian McCaffrey on Sunday.
Hear from Head Coach Matt Rhule on Christian McCaffrey's return, tight end Ian Thomas on his role in the offense and Brian Burns/Donte Jackson on an improving Panthers defense.
Matt Rhule talks Christian McCaffrey's designation to return, Eli Apple's injury and more, Curtis Samuel talks his third down prowess and the Joe Brady offense while Tre Boston talks the Panthers defense and playing Thursday night.
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Hear from Matt Rhule on Christian McCaffrey's timetable for return, Brian Burns on why he's so good at strip sacks, Greg Little on his growth over his sophomore season and Teddy Bridgewater on how he plans to avenge a loss in New Orleans.
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Hear from Panthers Coach Matt Rhule, QB Teddy Bridgewater, LB Shaq Thompson, WR DJ Moore, CB Eli Apple and K Joey Slye after the Panthers 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome.
Hear from the Panthers coaching staff on the Saints (did you know Joe Brady used to work there??!!?), how Brian Burns is about to make the leap and if Sam Franklin can fill in admirably for Juston Burris.
Hear from Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, Robby Anderson, Matt Paradis and Sam Franklin as they prepare to face off with the New Orleans Saints!
After a 23-16 loss to the Chicago Bears, the Carolina Panthers are 3-3. Hear from Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, DJ Moore, Rasul Douglas, Jeremy Chinn, Russell Okung and Brian Burns about what might have been a "humbling" loss for the Panthers.
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It's Friday! Hear from both the offensive and defensive coordinator of the Carolina Panthers on what they expect from the Bears this week, how they'll react to the loss of KK Short and what Teddy Bridgewater does so well. Plus, Matt Rhule updates Keith Kirkwood's status and much more!
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Matt Rhule announces Kawann Short will miss the rest of the season, Teddy Bridgewater talks his weapons and Mike Davis explains why exactly he's pissed off when he runs.
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Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule updates Christian McCaffrey's injury status, talks about his feelings on Sunday's win over the Falcons, Teddy Bridgewater talks about his career and relationship with the fans, John Miller recounts why he's nicknamed Big Boosie and talks the offensive line and Zach Kerr on what he sees from Derrick Brown and the Panthers run defense.
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Hear from your favorite Panthers players after their 23-16 win in Atlanta sent Dan Quinn to the unemployment line.
Featured Today: Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, Russell Okung, Shaq Thompson & Rasul Douglas (two for one!), Mike Davis and Juston Burris.
Panthers Head Coach gives a quick injury report and what he expects this Sunday at Atlanta.
Panthers Offensive and Defensive Coordinators talk through what they're seeing from the Falcons, who's stepping up on defense and whether or not Joe Brady has already started planning for a couple of weeks when Christian McCaffrey returns.
Panthers GM speaks about roster construction, how to evaluate talent during COVID and the places the Panthers still need help on the roster, including whether or not he's engaged Taylor Moton and Curtis Samuel in contract extension talks.
Then Teddy Bridgewater and his best friend since high school Erika Cardona join to talk about the second book in the Little Bear Teddy, their relationship and how Teddy's story has inspired not only Erika, but children around the world.
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Today's version of It Is What It Is is powered by THE ROSTER BUBBLE as three players who were unsure of their roster status heading into the weekend take us what they did to distract themselves on Saturday, what they think they can bring to this team and how they can contribute, if only on special teams.
If you only have a few minutes, check out Myles Hartsfield, who plays both defensive back AND running back - he was incredibly engaging.
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It's Coordinator Friday!!
All three of the Panthers coordinators answer questions about what they've seen from their players during training camp, how they want to handle Christian McCaffrey's workload, who will win training camp battles and much, much more! A STACKED show!
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Panthers Owner David Tepper answers questions on Cam Newton's release, Marty Hurney's contract, new stadium news, the delay of Charlotte FC to joining the MLS and how he feels about the social justice initiatives around the NFL.
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Panthers coach Matt Rhule updates injuries, including talking about why the Panthers delayed practice after a positive COVID test for G Chris Reed and what he expects from his team moving forward.
Then Chris Manhertz (#ManhertzHive) talks his transition from basketball, how he's trying to become a better pass catcher in addition to a blocking tight end and names his starting five on the Panthers before rookie CB Troy Pride talks his views on social justice, how he has been adjusting to the NFL and much more.
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Panthers safety and defensive leader Tre Boston talks about the team's decision to not hold practice on Saturday and how they're still working on what the team has in store in terms of their social justice initiatives as well as how he sees the team's secondary gelling - and why they're always a question mark.
Then Matt Rhule talks about his 100% support for the team and their decision, how he sees the roster battles - including for backup QB - shaping up and much more.
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Panthers #1 WR DJ Moore joins the show for an exclusive chat to talk how he can get even better in 2020, what he's been working on this offseason, how the Joe Brady offense suits him, what he's been seeing from Donte Jackson in terms of growth and much, much more!
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Panthers DT Zach Kerr talks about what brought him to Carolina, how he has dealt with what has happened this offseason and the fact that athletes are expected to act differently than the rest of Americans. Matt Rhule breaks down what he's seeing from his team in training camp right now, what their plans are going forward and Teddy Bridgewater outlines his offense, how he has dealt with the Jacob Blake shooting and whether or not it's OK to stay in the 'bubble' of football while the rest of the world happens around you.
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Panthers HC Matt Rhule talks about the Panthers' decision to take the field after the shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin, how he stands with the players and much more. Worth your time to listen.
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Matt Rhule discusses what he's seen from his team in their first full scrimmage over the weekend after spending 7-8 hours examining the tape, how the cornerback battle is going and much more.
Then Shaq Thompson talks the importance of voting, what he's seeing from the defense thus far and how he's adopting his leadership role before PJ Walker talks the battle between himself and Will Grier, what the difference in speed is between the XFL and the NFL and much more!
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After the Panthers first padded practice inside Bank of America Stadium, Will Grier talks about how he failed his rookie season, what that's taught him about preparing for his second season in the NFL and what it means to be a backup quarterback. He was extremely open and honest - would recommend listening.
Then Matt Rhule discusses what he saw from his team in Bank of America Stadium, which guys have been having a good camp thus far and much more before Joe Charlton discusses his background growing up in the area, how he's transitioning to the NFL and claps back after a couple of bad punts make their way to social media.
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Christian McCaffrey talks about the way that he likes to practice, his message for Ron Rivera and the importance of his off-the-field actions before guard Dennis Daley joins the show to talk about the way he's attacking his second season, what he can learn from Russell Okung and the differences between playing guard and tackle.
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Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule gives his thoughts on a rainy day at Panthers training camp, how he organizes his practice sessions, what he's seeing from Christian McCaffrey, including how he'll manage his workload, and much, much more.
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Panthers returner Pharoh Cooper - but he'd rather be known as wide receiver Pharoh Cooper - is up first to talk about how he can fit into the Panthers offense, if he can get back to his 2017 All-Pro form and how working with Will Grier this offseason helped his confidence before Panthers RG John Miller is on the show to reveal how the offensive line is gelling thus far, how he's taking care of his body and why he wants to play for Matt Rhule in Carolina.
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Matt Rhule updates some small injuries, talks about his viewpoint on correcting mistakes, updates the backup quarterback battle and talks about some impressive wide receiver in Thursday's post-practice update.
As the Panthers take a day off on Wednesday, Panthers left tackle Russell Okung refutes some media reports about whether he would be retiring, expounds on his thoughts on the coronavirus, how he thinks this offensive line is coming together thus far and how he can be a leader in the locker room even though it's his first (and maybe final) year in Carolina.
Matt Rhule then talks through his thoughts on the first few days of padded practices, who he sees as possible captains and his thoughts on who has been impressive in his eyes as they prepare to make their depth chart more permanent.
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In an interview exclusive to It Is What It Is, Vincent Richardson speaks to the star of training camp thus far, wide receiver Omar Bayless about how he gets separation off the line, what kind of releases he prefers to use against press coverage, how he battled adversity to get to where he is and where he thinks he fits into the Carolina Panthers offense.
They'll also discuss why special teams are so important and how that might just be his path to the Panthers roster in 2020.
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On this intro-less episode of It Is What It Is, Tre Boston talks about being a leader on a young Panthers defense, what he's seen from Matt Rhule and much more before Teddy Bridgewater reveals the mistake he made last year in New Orleans that embarrassed him, the lessons he's been imparting to his backups and how he created the Panthers playbook in Madden to help himself learn the offense.
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Head Coach Matt Rhule shares his thoughts on how he views the backup quarterback position, why he gave some of his players and coaches the morning off and his overall impression after the team's first padded practice of Panthers training camp.
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On today's episode, Panthers DB Juston Burris talks about what it's like to be at a Matt Rhule practice, how excited he is to join the Panthers and what he thinks his skillset can bring to the team.
Then Taylor Moton talks his contract extension, how he sees the offensive line coming together and more.
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Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule describes how he likes to run his practice, gives some insight on what happened with Russell Okung and talks about how he's organizing his depth chart as the Panthers head into padded practices beginning this week.
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Panthers Coach Matt Rhule talks the first couple days of helmeted practice, how proud he is of the Panthers players for their professionalism in the face of a global pandemic and which players have impressed him thus far.
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On today's show, Curtis Samuel talks about where he fits into the Carolina offense - or rather, he avoids the question of where he fits in ---- listen for yourself to hear the caginess. He also touches on the trade rumors, his QB play last season and how he spent his birthday.
Tahir Whitehead talks what it's like to be a veteran on a young Panthers defense, how he's trying to learn from Luke Kuechly and not be just like him and much, much more!
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On today's show, Robby Anderson talks about what it's like to practice with Christian McCaffrey, how this team has the best athletes he's ever been around, why this offseason was actually good for him and how everyone on the Panthers has bought in.
Then "defensive athlete" Jeremy Chinn joins the show to tell us who's brain he's been picking during training camp (SPOILERS it's Luke Kuechly), what position he plays in the Phil Snow defense and his expectations for the season.
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Panthers DE Stephen Weatherly is on the show to talk his thoughts on why All Black Lives Matter, the new-look Panthers defense, who Brian Burns reminds him of and much, much, much more. Honestly, if you skip a lot of episodes - DON'T SKIP THIS ONE!
Plus, Kicker Joey Slye talks his relationship with Graham Gano, his thoughts on working with Chase Blackburn, how he works during the offseason and much more.
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Panthers rookie defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos joins the show to talk about his development this offseason, his ideal playing weight and what he's learned from Brian Burns before new acquisition Eli Apple talks this crucial 2020 season, why he's got to be a leader in a young secondary and how his birthday went over the past weekend.
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Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule talks how safe he feels at Bank of America Stadium considering the madness in the world today, talks who he thinks can surprise some folks on this roster and which position groupings will have the best battles over the course of the next month.
He'll also share his feelings on KK Short, Efe Obada, Donte Jackson, Chris Manhertz, DJ Moore and many other players as the Panthers wrap up their first week of training camp.
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Two of your favorite Carolina Panthers are featured today as Christian McCaffrey talks the Joe Brady offense, Teddy Bridgewater first impressions and much more before Donte Jackson joins the show to talk about how this is a huge season for him, what his expectations are in 2020 and how he worked with Ryan Clark this offseason to ensure that he's 100% healthy and able to impress in his third season.
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Brian Burns takes the mic to talk about the disappointments he faced his rookie season, how he gained weight this offseason to get even better in his second season and much, much more!
But don't ask him to reveal his goals - those are classified.
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We get a chance to talk to Panthers center Matt Paradis about whether or not he feels safe in the trenches, how he's approaching this season and what it's like being a leader on the Panthers' offense before DJ Moore's presser discussing what it takes to make the jump to the next level and how he and Teddy Bridgewater have been getting along thus far during training camp.
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Today's edition of It Is What It Is features Teddy Bridgewater talking about what it means to be the first Panthers QB since Cam Newton, how he's been handling his virtual offseason and his connection with Joe Brady before Derrick Brown answers questions about what his goals are for his rookie year, how he thinks he'll play next to KK Short and much more!
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Hear Marty Hurney's thoughts on why they decided to go with Joey Slye over Graham Gano, why he thought Teddy Bridgewater would be such a good fit in Carolina and the challenges of trying to build a 53-man (more like 69-man) roster during a global pandemic.
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With Panthers 2020 training camp beginning in the weirdest way possible, we'll be bringing you the audio from your favorite players over the next few weeks before we kick it back to the one-on-one interviews that you love so much.
Today, here from two of the leaders on the defensive side of the ball in Kawann Short and Shaq Thompson, how KK is feeling fully healthy after missing 14 games last year and how Shaq is ready to be a leader.
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Josh sits down for another chat with Panthers Head Team Physician Dr. Pat Connor about his relationship with Ryan Vermillion, surprises at this year's NFL Scouting Combine, his role in the Panthers 2019 War Room, how the Panthers staff treats injuries and when the toughest time it is to tell a player that he's too hurt to return to the field.
Plus, they'll chat about the Panthers new facility, analytics' role in the health side of the NFL, training camp in Spartanburg and why sometimes the training staff can be looked at as the bad guys on the NFL sidelines.
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Panthers rookie Running Back Elijah Holyfield joins Zack and Josh to talk about what lessons he's taken from his famous father, whether his undrafted status added extra fuel to his fire, what a glute hamstring raise is and whether Josh can do one -- SPOILERS: He Can't -- while Elijah can do 254, one for every pick in the 2019 draft.
They'll also talk about what Elijah's binging on Netflix, his go-to sauce at Chik-Fil-a and the nickname that Cam Newton gave him -- it's an embarrassing one. All that and more on this week's episode!
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Second-year Panthers linebacker Andre Smith joins the podcast to talk about what the difference is between being a rookie and going into your sophomore season, what he did this offseason in order to prevent another injury, how frustrating nagging injuries can be and which teammate he still gets starstruck by.
Then they'll talk a bit about the Panthers switch to a 3-4 defense and what that means for an inside linebacker, memories of his time at UNC and then from about 19 minutes to 24 minutes, they'll talk some very spoiler-y Game of Thrones after last week's finale, so if you're not caught up -- this is your official Spoiler Alert.
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SPOILER ALERT: If you're here to talk about football or the Panthers or the NFL in general, sorry, but this is not the episode for you as we dive DEEP into the Game of Thrones series finale with friend of the show and Panthers QB Taylor Heinicke - why he, Zack & Josh were disappointed with the finale, how they would have ended it and where they think it fits in as one of the best shows of all time after a disappointing final season.
That's right, it's an ALL GAME OF THRONES episode - if you're not caught up or you haven't watched the show because you spend your Sundays knitting, this one's not for you.
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Panthers cornerback Kevon Seymour joins the show to talk about his upbringing in the "Snake Pits" of Pasadena, growing up without a father and how he's aiming for a better life for his daughters, why you can't wear #45 as a DB and why he's moving back to 23.
Plus he looks into how he fits into the Panthers secondary, how he's the most healthy he's been since sophomore year of college, why he's ready to "run like a cheetah" on the football field and how playing cornerback is a metaphor for life.
Oh, and how Donte Jackson always want to race.
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Zack and Josh are joined LIVE by TE Chris Manhertz from the Queen City Podcast Network Stage at the Charlotte Shout! Festival to talk Tessitore, Chris' reasons for settling down in Charlotte - including his favorite restaurant, how he thinks Cam Newton will respond to the haters, what it's like at mini-camp and who the Panther least likely to participate in Flex Friday would be.
Plus they play the lightning round and we find out whether a hot dog is a sandwich.
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Josh sits down with Carolina Panthers Head Team Physician Dr. Pat Connor to discuss a multitude of topics - from why he decided to settle in Charlotte, to what goes on under the famed "blue tent" on the sidelines, how the league is trying to combat concussions and other player safety issues on a constant basis and more!
This episode focuses on Dr. Connor's role for the Panthers at the NFL Combine - how the spectacle in Indianapolis has grown from what it originally was, a chance for doctors to properly evaluate prospects, into five days of 40 times and bench presses.
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Tight end for the Panthers Chris Manhertz stops by the day after his first touchdown of his career to talk what happened on that trick play, how he almost lost the ball in the lights, who's the best basketball player on the Panthers, and how he went from college basketball star to needing help putting on his pads for the first time in an NFL locker room.
Plus, we discuss what it's like to have your name yelled out incorrectly on national television, how he's still clearing out his texts and so much more!
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Panthers quarterback and Hail Mary specialist Taylor Heinicke joins the podcast to talk his appearance on reality television, exchange show recommendations, what he's learned from Cam Newton and what exactly happens when he gets tapped in to heave it 60 yards at a time.
Plus, he picks his own personal emoji and reveals why his nickname doesn't really make any sense - oh, and there's a math quiz, which he passes with flying colors.
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Panthers RB Fozzy Whittaker joins Zack and Josh to talk his recovery from his torn ACL, his favorite grilling techniques, his favorite places to eat in Charlotte, the similarities between the 2015 Panthers and the 2018 version, dinosaurs, whether college athletes should be paid, which BBQ is the best - Texas or NC - and much, much more!
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Carolina Panthers rookie linebacker Jermaine Carter, Jr joins us to talk video games, his family and growing up, why he won't be trying to fry crabs again anytime soon, how his man cave has the perfect set up and his favorite movies.
Oh, and we also talked Panthers football, which linebacker he see himself in the most and why he thinks he's ready to get some snaps sooner rather than later.
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Carolina Panthers DE Efe Obada, the first player to ever make a 53-man roster after completing the International Pathway Program, joins JUST Josh to talk video games, the thing he misses most about London, how he's helping to spread the football brand around the world, why he's not satisfied with making the active roster, Maroon 5, and why the one QB he wants to sack the most, he won't get the chance to. That, and much more, including bacon talk!
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CJ Anderson joins the show to talk his relationship with Peyton Manning, his Dreams Never Die Foundation, how he fits into the Panthers offense, his experience growing up in California and how it put a chip on his shoulder, why he wore #22 in Denver, how Cam Newton compares to Peyton Manning and how many celebrity names he has in his phone - including one of the greatest video game characters of all time.
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What better way to start the 2018 season than with a good old-fashioned crossover episode? Denn & Chris of the Keep PounDENN podcast are joined by Josh Klein of One Day Contract and It Is What It Is and Keith Hall of the Roaring Riot Podcast to discuss the 2018 53-man roster and what it might mean for the Panthers going forward.
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WR Rasheed Bailey joins the pod to talk about his journey from Philadelphia to the NFL, how he spent 11 weeks as college WR coach waiting for a call from the Panthers, advice from Cam Newton, how much he looks up to Torrey Smith and so much more. It is impossible not to like Rasheed after spending some time with him, and we're sure you'll feel the same way after hearing the passion with which he speaks.
Running back for the Panthers Elijah Hood joins Zack and Josh in studio as they chat about Elijah running over kids at Charlotte Catholic on his way to 53 (yes, you read that correctly) touchdowns his senior year and continuing that at UNC, new owner David Tepper, how he thinks he'll fit in with the Panthers offense, the nickname Cam gave him, how it feels growing up a Panthers fan and now being on the team, and much, much more!
A chance to hear from both new linebackers that will be joining the Carolina Panthers in 2018 - first, seventh-round pick Andre "56 Nightmares" Smith joins the show to talk about how he managed 113 tackles while recovering from a torn pectoral muscle, how he'd fit into the Carolina Panthers band (he plays the tuba) and where he thinks he would have been drafted if not for his injury. Then, fifth-round selection Jermaine Carter, Jr comes on to chat about where he sees himself playing in the NFL, whether DJ Moore ever blew by him in practice, and much more!
Colin Hoggard joins the podcast to discuss which side of the Greg Olsen debate he's on, the difference between a dude and a guy at wide receiver, where the Panthers might make a mistake with the 24th pick, Josh gets confused between Memphis & Kentucky, why trading down might be the right answer, and much more. Then, Josh chats with defensive coordinator Eric Washington about his philosophy, what to expect from Corn Elder and the rest of the defense in 2018, and what he looks for in a safety. Plus much more!
Zack and Josh go it alone to discuss the opening of free agency, where the Panthers still need to fill in holes on the roster, and Josh tries to sell #DontarioSheppers as a nickname for the defensive line, which apparently, is terrible. Plus, why Bashaud Breeland is not coming back to Carolina, in terrible analogy form.
Luis Moreno, Jr. of the Carolina Panthers Spanish Network joins us to talk the draft, free agency, why the Panthers should sign someone with a shaved head, and what the team's biggest needs are heading into the meat of the 2018 offseason. We also discuss the NFL's fan base in Mexico and when the Panthers can expect to make the trip to Mexico City for an international game; plus a fun nickname for Zack!
Former Panthers defensive lineman Al Wallace joins Josh and Zack to talk Steve Wilks, Eric Washington, Julius Peppers, Norv Turner, How Not To Get Beat Up In Philadelphia, whether Brentson Buckner will be the next defensive line coach of the Carolina Panthers and much, much more!
Offseason? What offseason? A full breakdown of the release of Mike Shula and the presumed hiring of Norv Turner as the offensive coordinator of the Panthers. And if it's not Norv, THIS EPISODE NEVER EXISTED. Where would a new stadium go in Charlotte and will the new owner even require one? Is Marty Hurney sticking around? All this, plus audio from Ron Rivera's press conference!
Just like Ron Rivera, Zack and Josh are moving past the Falcons and on to New Orleans, who appear to be one of the toughest teams in the NFC, despite finishing with two losses in their past four games. Why is the fanbase ready to give up on a team that has won seven of their last nine? And how can the Panthers win in the Big Easy? The answer is simpler than you think.
Josh and Zack talk about Easy Christmas Dessert Recipes, a too-close-for-comfort win over the Bucs, what the answer is in the receiving corps, and whether they'd rather play New Orleans or LA in the wildcard round of the playoffs. Plus an Atlanta preview, Josh gets angry about resting the starters, and favorite Christmas songs! Don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes!
The boys return on a Monday with their thoughts on a whirlwind weekend that has rocked the Carolina Panthers fanbase and organization; they also break down the 10-4 Panthers and whether you can call the Kelvin Benjamin trade a success after six weeks; this week covered the gambit from their favorite Diddy songs to whether Zack hates the Falcons or the Bucs more. Don't forget to rate and review!
The guys discuss the Panthers win over the Vikings and what some fans are clamoring about: the "lack" of a run game, the defense giving up big plays and conservative playcalling. Plus, they go through a nightmare scenario that ends with the Panthers 11-5 and watching the playoffs from their couch.
What happened in New Orleans? Why didn't Ron Rivera go for points at the end of the first half? Why did the defense play so poorly? Zack and Josh try to answer these questions and sort through whether or not the Panthers can make the playoffs if they lose to Minnesota this Sunday, plus an interview with newly activated defensive end Zach Moore!
Zack and Josh return to talk through an ugly win in New York City, what a weekend of eating pizza and drinking beer will do to your body, whether Greg Olsen reinjured his foot, whether we've seen the last of Ryan Kalil as a starter, and a question about Alex Armah leads to whether or not Armageddon is the best movie about an asteroid hurtling through space. Don't forget to rate and review us!
An interview with rookie offensive lineman Taylor Moton (starts at 42:10) spans Call of Duty, what the tailgate is like at Western Michigan, and why the Panthers run game is starting to click. But first, Zack and Josh discuss whether Jonathan Stewart should be benched, whether Cam runs too much, and if the Panthers can ride the #1 defense in the NFL to the Super Bowl.
Zack & Josh are back to discuss the trade of Kelvin Benjamin to Carolina North, talk a little bit about Tampa Bay and Atlanta, but mostly talk about why you certainly have the right to freak out about the trade, but maybe you shouldn't. Where does KB rank on the list of #1 WRs? What can we expect from Devin Funchess? Does Josh trick Zack with the old switcharoo? Listen and find out!
Do the Panthers run the ball up the middle on 1st-and-10 at every opportunity? Should Panthers fans be worried after a tough loss to the Eagles on Thursday Night? Is Jonathan Stewart washed up? What happened on that last drive? Are there reasons for the rushing game issues and can they be fixed? Josh and Zack have all/some of the answers. Or they don't. Just listen.
Josh & Zack describe a wild weekend in Detroit that included a "run" for Josh, a win for the Panthers, and a sickness that Zack brought back with him. The Panthers won the game, but can they learn from the mistakes they made? They discuss what it means to be a bust, what Graham Gano's nickname is, and Worley vs. Seymour. Then it's on to Philly and whether the Panthers caught a break because of Lane Johnson & Fletcher Cox's injury. And an exclusive interview with Panthers safety Dezmen Southward If you loved it, then subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes! If not, then we are Pardon My Take!
Zack and Josh review a wild weekend in Boston and look ahead to Detroit and welcome Carolina Panthers tight end Chris Manhertz for an exclusive interview (interview starts at the 41 minute mark). They discuss the injury bug hitting for the Panthers, whether the team is built to win RIGHT NOW, and how Christian McCaffrey's usage is actually the perfect amount.
Zack Luttrell and Josh Klein examine why the 34-13 loss to the Saints was not as bad as you thought it was, but it was pretty bad. Plus they tell you how you should feel now that the Butker Era is officially over. Plus, two minutes of positivity!
Zack and Josh break down the Bills game, some options for what the Panthers might do as Greg Olsen misses half the season with a broken foot, and look ahead to whether they should be worried after the Saints game.
A Carolina Panthers Podcast Hosted By Josh Klein and Zack Luttrell. It Is What It Is.
The pilot episode has Josh and Zack reviewing the good and the bad of the win over the San Francisco 49ers and previewing next week against the Buffalo Bills.