Episodes

Nov. 16, 2023

Frank Reich taking back play-calling is a massive mistake for Carolina Panthers, Bryce Young

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich is taking back over play-calling duties against the Dallas Cowboys after offensive coordinator Thomas Brown called plays for the last three games. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how th...
Nov. 10, 2023

ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers look terrible in 16-13 loss to Chicago Bears

The Carolina Panthers managed only 213 yards of offense and 170 total passing yards in a 16-13 loss to the Chicago Bears. Bryce Young and the Panthers failed to score a touchdown while allowing three sacks to a Bears team tha...
Nov. 6, 2023

REACTION: Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers struggle in 27-13 loss to Indianapolis Colts

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young throws three interceptions, including two pick-6 touchdowns by Kenny Moore II, in a 27-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the struggles of the Carolina Panthers,...
Nov. 2, 2023

Carolina Panthers don't make trades at deadline; How to fix Ikem Ekwonu's struggles

The NFL Trade deadline passed with the Carolina Panthers not making any trades. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea disagree on if a move - even a small one - should've been made to acquire future draft capitol. But they agree if the valu...
Oct. 30, 2023

ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers finally win! 15-13 over the Houston Texans as Bryce Young gets first win

The Carolina Panthers get their first win of the season, beating the Houston Texans, 15-13, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC, as kicker Eddy Pineiro hit a game winning 23-yard field goal as time expired. Dennis Cox...
Oct. 26, 2023

Bryce Young vs CJ Stroud - previewing Carolina Panthers vs Houston Texans

The Carolina Panthers welcome rookie QB CJ Stroud and the Houston Texa s to Bank of America Stadium on Sunday. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea point out how this is a chance for rookie QB and former No. 1 oerall 2023 NFL Draft pick Br...
Oct. 19, 2023

Thomas Brown & Bryce Young must work for Carolina Panthers; Jeremy Chinn's trade value after injury

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich turned over play calling duties to offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and this needs to work for rookie QB Bryce Young. Also, safety Jeremy Chinn will be out up to six weeks with a qu...
Oct. 16, 2023

ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers struggle after fast start, lose 42-21 to Miami Dolphins

Despite jumping out to a 14-0 lead, the Carolina Panthers struggled offensively as the Miami Dolphins scored 35 straight points en route to a 42-21 win over the Panthers and rookie QB Bryce Young. Bryce Young showed improveme...
Oct. 12, 2023

Carolina Panthers lack synergy within organization; Who the Carolina Panthers should trade

The Carolina Panthers lack synergy and cohesion between owner David Tepper, General Manager Scott Fitterer, and head coach Frank Reich, and it's impacting rookie QB Bryce Young negatively, and decisions about personnel on the...
Oct. 9, 2023

ANALYSIS: Turnovers, mistakes cost Carolina Panthers in 42-24 loss to Detroit Lions

Carolina Panthers turned the ball over three times, including two Bryce Young interceptions, in a 42-24 loss at the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Dennis Cox & Frank Reich discuss the loss, including the de...
Oct. 5, 2023

Does Frank Reich want Bryce Young to be Carolina Panthers QB?; Detroit Lions Preview

Did Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich want to draft Bryce Young No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft? Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how owner David Tepper and GM Scott Fitterer were sold on Bryce Young before the hirin...
Oct. 2, 2023

ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers lose to Minnesota Vikings, 21-13

The Carolina Panthers lose to the Minnesota Vikings, 21-13, as Bryce Young and the offense failed to score a touchdown while struggling with red zone execution. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea break down the loss, the lack of progress...
Sept. 28, 2023

Carolina Panthers, Bryce Young limping into showdown with Minnesota Vikings; Tarik Cohen exclusive

Carolina Panthers are dealing with several injuries as they face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4 of the 2023 NFL Season, with both teams looking for their first win. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea break down the injuries to rookie QB...
Sept. 25, 2023

Carolina Panthers look 'pathetic' in 37-27 loss to Seattle Seahawks

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich called out his offense, himself, and coaching staff for penalties as the Panthers lose to the Seattle Seahawks, 37-27, with Andy Dalton at QB for an injured Bryce Young. Also, injuries...
Sept. 21, 2023

Are the Carolina Panthers surrounding QB Bryce Young with the right support?

Are the Carolina Panthers putting rookie QB Bryce Young in the best position to be successful? On the latest episode of Panthers Playbook, Dennis Cox & Chris Lea share their thoughts on Bryce Young and his ankle injury, Head ...
Sept. 19, 2023

Carolina Panthers, Bryce Young struggle in 20-17 loss to New Orleans Saints on MNF

The Carolina Panthers' offense and QB Bryce Young struggle mightily in a 20-17 loss to the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium on Monday Night Football. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea break down the loss, including the lack...
Sept. 14, 2023

Frank Reich, Carolina Panthers must adjust play calls, scheme for Bryce Young vs New Orleans Saints

As the Carolina Panthers face the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, Dennis Cox & Chris Lea point out that the play calling and scheme on offense needs to evolve to help Bryce Young against a tough Saints defense. L...
Sept. 10, 2023

Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers struggle in 24-10 loss to Atlanta Falcons

Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers offense struggle in a 24-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons that saw Young throw two interceptions, as Carolina turned the ball over three times that led to 17 Falcons points. Dennis Cox & Ch...
Sept. 7, 2023

Latest with Brian Burns & Carolina Panthers contract talks; three keys to Week 1 vs Atlanta Falcons

The Carolina Panthers and Edge Brian Burns are in contract talks about an extension. Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the latest, including how San Francisco 49ers' Nick Bosa's contract will impact negotiations, if he'll miss N...
Aug. 31, 2023

Carolina Panthers waive QB Matt Corral; Panthers roster far from complete

With the Carolina Panthers adding players via waivers and trade, QB Matt Corral was placed on waivers and is not on the Panthers 53 man roster, though could be added to the practice squad if not signed or claimed by another t...
Aug. 26, 2023

Bryce Young looks like the real deal in final preseason game for Carolina Panthers

Bryce Young threw his first NFL Touchdown as the Carolina Panthers lose their final preseason game to the Detroit Lions, 26-17. Dennis Cox and Chris Lea break down Bryce Young's preseason, improvements by the offense, questio...
Aug. 24, 2023

Bryce Young & Carolina Panthers offense need more reps; Chandler Zavala exclusive interview

On this episode of the Panthers Playbook Podcast, Chris Lea & Dennis Cox discuss why Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers offense needs more live reps in the final preseason game against the Detroit Lions to continue to prog...
Aug. 19, 2023

Carolina Panthers, Bryce Young show improvement in 21-19 loss to New York Giants

The Carolina Panthers lose to the New York Giants, 21-19, in their second 2023 NFL preseason game. Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers offense showed improvement, but questions still linger about the Ikem Ekwonu and the off...
Aug. 17, 2023

Three areas Carolina Panthers must improve vs New York Giants; exclusive interview w/ Deion Jones

On the latest episode of Panthers Playbook, Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss three areas where the Carolina Panthers need to improve going into preseason game No. 2 vs the New York Giants: Let QB Bryce Young unleash a bit Offen...