There's never a slow news day on Mint Street in Uptown Charlotte as the David Tepper-owned Panthers continue to be an episode of As The World Turns. The latest episode of Tepper's soap opera features the billionaire owner's real estate company filing for bankruptcy following the failed practice facility and HQ project in Rock Hill, SC. On the weekly Friday Mailbag, one listener wanted to know what this means for the future of the Panthers Rock Hill facility, Tepper's relationship with the region, and what impact it'll have on the franchise overall.

Plus, questions on whether the Browns are avoiding trading Baker Mayfield to Carolina until after they've faced the Panthers in Week 1; what the Panthers ceiling could be if they do trade for Mayfield; what's behind the defenses struggles against the run the past few years; and much more.

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