The Carolina Panthers miss a crucial opportunity as playoff hopes hang by a thread. Can Bryce Young’s late-season surge propel Carolina to an NFC South crown despite their rollercoaster inconsistency?

Julian Council reviews the Panthers frustrating loss to the New Orleans Saints, spotlighting Bryce Young’s promising performance, ongoing struggles in the run game, and alarming trends in defensive breakdowns and penalties. The episode dissects the team’s statistical shortcomings, Dave Canales postgame reflections, and the “yo-yo” pattern of wins and losses that has defined Carolina’s season. With critical matchups looming against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Seattle Seahawks, Julian Council evaluates the Panthers playoff scenarios, key coaching decisions, and whether this squad can finally break the cycle and clinch the division.

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