Purrfect Takes

Steven and Jacob react to Carolina's Thursday night loss in Green Bay, from the injury depleted secondary to the offensive line's struggles, and the failed two-point try. They break down the firing of defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, what new play caller Todd Wash could change, and the turnovers the Panthers couldn't capitalize on. They then look ahead to a tough matchup with Denver and end with their Purrfect Takes.

• Embarrassing night (1:49)
• Defending the 2 PT Attempt (3:44)
• Tough fronts ahead on the schedule (11:17)
• Was the Evero firing deserved? (13:28)
• Looking ahead to the Broncos (27:17)
• Purrfect Takes (31:47)

Steven and Jacob break down Carolina's lopsided loss to Tampa Bay. They cover the run defense that couldn't stop Bucky Irving, the special teams miscues, the pass protection issues and Bryce Young's rough day. They also question the coaching staff, from Ejiro Evero's defense to Dave Canales's handling of success, before looking ahead to Thursday night's matchup with Green Bay and making their Purrfect Takes.

• Another missed opportunity in the NFC South (1:38)
• No run game and costly interceptions (9:36)
• Offensive line woes and Taylor Moton's injury (16:18)
• Who's accountable: Canales and the staff (27:38)
• Looking ahead to the Packers on a short week (36:22)
• Purrfect Takes (41:16)

Steven and Jacob break down Carolina’s 25–14 win over Philadelphia, Bryce Young’s continued growth, the Panthers’ strong run game, and defensive pressure. They also discuss the penalties, missed kicks, and game-management issues Carolina needs to clean up before its matchup with Tampa Bay.

Charlotte owns the Linc (01:39)

Young and Hubbard lead the way (3:03)

Situational play-calling and clock management (10:16)

Carolina’s franchise-record penalty total (21:57)

Looking ahead to Tampa Bay (26:39)

Purrfect Takes (34:40)

The Panthers are coming off a timely bye week sitting atop the NFC South as we break down why the upcoming trip to Philadelphia feels more winnable than it did before the season.

We also look at the division’s weekend results, Carolina’s injury situation, the Eagles’ recent late-game collapses, and the matchups that could decide the game. Plus: Bryce Young’s path to success and our Purrfect Takes.

Winning the Bye Week (0:14)

The Next Four Games (4:09)

How the Panthers Can Attack the Eagles (7:38)

The Offensive Line, Run Game, & Bryce Young (15:21)

Purrfect Takes (25:06)

We break down Bryce Young’s coming out game as the Panthers take down the Lions under the lights in Charlotte. They discuss the dominant run game, a much-improved defensive front, costly mistakes in coverage and protection, and the growing injury concerns heading into the bye week. They close with Purrfect Takes and an early look at the NFC South race and the upcoming matchup with Philadelphia.

Bryce is Here to Stay (1:38)

The Good, Bad & Ugly (6:29)

Injuries, the Bye Week & What Comes Next (21:20)

Purrfect Takes (31:26)

We breakdown the Panthers loss on the road to the Browns and the fallout from a disappointing performance. We give our thoughts on the SNF matchup against the visiting Lions before closing with our Purrfect Takes.

The Panthers are going to Panther (0:20)

Undisciplined Play on the Defensive Side (12:51)

Sunday Night Football in Charlotte (18:53)

Purrfect Takes (25:24)

We breakdown the Panthers win against the Falcons as we talk about an impressive victory with some cause for concern. We give our keys to victories against the Browns before closing with our Purrfect Takes.

Bryce Young owns the Falcons (0:27)

A Few Things to Tighten Up (15:05)

Trip to Cleveland (24:37)

Purrfect Takes (30:47)

We breakdown the Panthers loss to the Bears as we outline what went wrong in what began as a back and forth contest. We give our keys to victories against Atlanta before closing with our Purrfect Takes.

No Excuse on Defense (2:12)

Silver Lining on Offense (14:47)

Week Two Preview (25:38)

Purrfect Takes (31:10)

We breakdown the Panthers schedule and team awards before jumping into our week one preview. We give our keys to victories before closing with our Purrfect Takes.

Schedule Prediction (2:06)

Team Awards (17:00)

Week One Preview (38:32)

Purrfect Takes (51:27)

The Rams add another piece as they try to increase their Super Bowl run odds. Is it enough to beat the Panthers? We break down the final 53 man roster. We highlight the moves we loved as well as other concerns we have across the roster heading into the regular season.

AD Returns (0:40)

Zavala is No Longer on the Roster (6:07)

Kept 5 TEs on the Roster (21:15)

Depth Concerns on Defense (29:30)

Purrfect Takes (39:39)