Processing Blue: A Panthers Podcast

The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler discuss the team's decision to fire DC Ejiro Evero last week and what the defense could look like without him (1:50).

Then, they look at the trade deadline and debate whether or not the Panthers should make a trade (19:15) as well as take a temperature check of the team (25:10).

Finally, Alex and Scott talk about the Broncos and make their week 9 predictions (30:15).

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Charlotte Observer Panthers insider Alex Zietlow is joined by producer Zach Dennis to break down the news on Friday that the Carolina Panthers have parted ways with defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley.

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler look at themselves in disbelief as they try to assess what happened in Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers (3:40).

Then, they look at the NFC South picture following Sunday (8:00) before diving into roster moves as Taylor Moton and Thomas Incoom were added to the IR (14:38).

Finally, Alex and Scott talk about the Packers and make their week 8 predictions (21:30).

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler ask the big question: Are the Panthers actually good? With Bryce taking a leap and Chuba leading in rushing, this might be a strong year for Carolina fans.

Then, they recap the win over the Eagles (7:55) before looking at five stats from the season so far and deciding if that aligns with what they've seen on the field (18:55).

Finally, Alex and Scott talk about the Bucs and make their week 7 predictions (29:20).

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler give updates from the team following their Week 5 bye and debate what needs to happen for the Panthers to take the NFC South (7:55).

Then, The Athletic's senior NFL insider Jonathan Jones joins the show to discuss the rise of Bryce Young, the Panthers playoff chances this year, what fans should know about the Eagles and what could happen with Bryce Young's contract this offseason (10:25)

Finally, Alex and Scott talk about the Eagles and make their week 6 predictions (27:30).

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler recap the Sunday Night Football win over the Lions and how Tetairoa McMillan (8:20) and Bryce Young stood out (14:05).

Then, they consider the MVP case that Bryce Young has at the moment (19:30) before looking at the Panthers injuries as they enter their bye week (25:35).

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler talk about Jaycee Horn's injury and what that means moving forward for the team (3:25) before tossing out some possible replacements (7:57).

Then, they recap the loss to the Browns (13:00), how Bryce and the offense looked (19:20) and the top issue facing the offense through three games (24:10). They end with a look ahead at the Lions (28:25) and game predictions.

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers columnist Scott Fowler and producer Zach Dennis talk about the team's Week 2 win against the Falcons, including a historic day for Devin Lloyd (2:40) and Bryce Young balling out in Atlanta once again (9:30).

Then, Cleveland Browns analyst for ESPN 850 Cleveland, Tony Grossi, joins the podcast to preview the game and take us inside Browns' fans feelings towards Deshaun Watson (20:40).

Finally, Scott and Zach make their game predictions for Panthers vs. Browns (36:15).

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler talk about the team's Week 1 loss against the Bears (4:04) and what went wrong with that defense (10:06)

They finish on a positive note, dissecting Bryce Young's performance (21:00) and talk game predictions (26:00) for Sunday's "rival" game against the Falcons.

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The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler talk about recent practices updates including how Darren Waller looked (3:05) before talking about the tight ends room (8:55).

Then, they are joined by Zack Pearson with BearReport to preview the week one match-up with Chicago (11:15).

They finish out with their picks for the best Panthers fantasy player (28:35) and predictions for Sunday (33:05).

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