Panthers Playbook

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 hiring of Frank Reich. Chris recalls his conversation with Boomer Esiason before the NFL Draft, where Esiason says that Reich likes coaching bigger quarterbacks. Plus, Chris and Dennis look forward the matchup against the Detroit Lions, and how Detroit is the showing the trajectory that the Carolina Panthers want to be on right now under head coach Dan Campbell. Also, what reason does OLB/Edge Brian Burns have to stay in Carolina?

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 progression from head coach Frank Reich and Bryce Young with the offense, terrible clock management from Frank Reich, and the lack of a running game for Carolina. Chris & Dennis give credit to the Panthers secondary for limiting Kirk Cousins and the Vikings to only 12 completions, including a pick-6 by Sam Franklin Jr., but how the run defense for Carolina gave up 135 yards on the ground to a team that was 31st in the NFL in rushing yards per game. Plus, locker room interviews with RB Miles Sanders, and WR Adam Thielen.

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 Bryce Young, safety Xavier Woods, LB Frankie Luvu, CB CJ Henderson, and others as the Panthers will try to contain Vikings QB Kirk Cousins and WR Justin Jefferson, as well as TE TJ Hockenson. Plus, Chris sits down for an exclusive interview with former NFL All-Pro & Pro Bowl KR/PR/RB Tarik Cohen. Cohen discusses his return from injuries, losing two brothers in a short period of time, and if he ever considered leaving football permanently.

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 are mounting as LB Frankie Luvu (hip), CB CJ Henderson (ankle), S Xavier Woods (hamstring), and WR Jonathan Mingo (concussion) all left the game with injuries and did not return for the Panthers.

The Carolina Panthers had eight false start penalties, including four by OT Ikem Ekwonu.

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 Coach Frank Reich's play calling and offensive scheme, and why Jeremy Chinn needs to have more snaps in order for the Panthers to beat the Seattle Seahawks and get their first win of the 2023 NFL Season in Week 3. 

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 of creativity on offense from head coach Frank Reich, the questions surrounding the offensive personnel, and how there's already a bit of dissension from Carolina Panthers fans. Also, WR DJ Chark shares his thoughts on the offensive struggles, and what he's seen from rookie QB Bryce Young. Plus, Dennis & Chris discuss the loss of Shaq Thompson, the play of Frankie Luvu, and question why safety Jeremy Chinn was not on the field more often, including for key situations, and if Brian Burns was used properly.

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. Let us know in the comments your predictions for the Carolina Panthers vs the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium on Monday Night Football. Also, how will the offensive line be impacted by the loss of Brady Christensen to IR with an injury? Plus, CB CJ Henderson must step up filling in for an injured Jaycee Horn after Horn left the season opener against the 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 & Chris Lea break down the loss, including questionable coaching decisions by head coach Frank Reich, and a strong performance overall by the defense.

In the episode, you'll hear from Brian Burns about his performance, the potential of not playing in the game, and his thoughts on the loss. Also, WR Adam Theilen weighs in on the loss.

Plus, strong performances by LB Frankie Luvu and DT Derrick Brown, and CB Jaycee Horn suffers another injury.

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 NFL Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. 

Three keys to facing the ATL Falcons in Week 1:

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 team. Chris Lea & Dennis Cox share their thoughts on the roster, the addition of Ihmir Smith-Marsette, and if the roster will see more changes before the Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons in week 1 of the 2023 NFL season.