Processing Blue: A Panthers' Podcast

Panthers beat writer Ellis Williams breaks down Day 1 of Panthers training camp by taking a closer look at the quarterback competition between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers Tracks season 3, episode seven is here. Panthers beat writer Ellis Williams asks former Observer writer Jonathan Alexander to predict the Panthers 2022 regular season record. With Baker Mayfield now on the team, the two pick a starting quarterback and then breakdown each game, starting with Week 1 versus the Cleveland Browns. Who will start at quarterback and will the Panthers make the pl...

Panthers Tracks season 3, episode six is here. Panthers beat writer Ellis Williams explores who he thinks will be the Panthers starting quarterback Week 1 of the regular season. Between Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield or Jimmy Garoppolo, which quarterback gives Carolina the best chance to make the playoffs? Williams answers that and more on this edition of the Panthers Tracks podcast. Panthers Tracks...

Panthers beat writers Jonathan Alexander and Ellis Williams break down the latest following the Panthers' three-day minicamp. The duo answers burning questions about who the Panthers quarterback will be come Week 1. Will it be Sam Darnold, who performed will during OTAs. Or rookie Matt Corral? Is a trade for Baker Mayfield or Jimmy Garoppolo looming? The Panthers' beat writers take a closer look a...

On this episode of Panthers Tracks, Carolina Panthers beat reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Ellis L. Williams debate whether the Panthers should trade for Baker Mayfield. And Jonathan interviews comedian Brenden Clinton, also known as Coach 30, who is a Carolina Panthers fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Observer reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Ellis L. Williams break down the Panthers 2022 schedule and what we saw from rookie minicamp. Ellis also talks with Voch Lombardi, a free lance talent evaluator of NFL draft prospects, YouTuber and Dallas Cowboys fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Panthers tracks, reporters Ellis L. Williams and Jonathan M. Alexander talk with N&O N.C. State beat reporter Jonas Pope IV about Ikem Ekwonu, and break down the rest of the draft, from Matt Corral to Brandon Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Observer reporters Ellis L. Williams and Jonathan M. Alexander are joined by  by Josh Norris of the Underdog Football Show to talk the upcoming NFL draft and what the Panthers may do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Observer's Jonathan M. Alexander and Ellis L. Williams talk about the upcoming draft and also talk to quarterbacks coach Quincy Avery about Liberty's Malik Willis, who could be the first quarterback called in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers safety Jeremy Chinn sat down with Observer Panthers beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander to talk about a range of topics, including his jersey auction, where he wears a legend's jersey and auctions it for charity, Year 2 and some of his toughest matchups he's faced in two seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu joined the Observer's Jonathan M. Alexander in a one-on-one interview to talk about his journey to the NFL, growing up in America Somoa, how his brother's memory motivates him and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Panthers' tracks, Jonathan M. Alexander sat with Haason Reddick for a discussion about his background, why he is into fashion and what motivates him. The Panthers signed Reddick in the 2021 offseason. He has 6.5 sacks through six games this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson is playing the best football of his four-year career. He sat down with Observer Panthers' beat writer Jonathan M. Alexander recently to talk about his growth, the challenges during his second season, why he's playing the best football he's ever played, and why he feels disrespected. This is season 2 of "Panthers Tracks." Subscribe on any podcast platform. For back...

Brandon Zylstra knows how tough it is to achieve your dream when there are obstacles in the way. Zylstra went to a Division III college, paid his way through school, went to the Canadian Football League and is now entering his fourth year in the NFL as a wide receiver and special teams player — the third with the Panthers. But he’s the first to admit that he doesn’t know what it’s like to experien...

On this week's episode of Panthers Tracks, reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg discuss the Panthers 2021 draft picks, and what to make of those moves. For background reading: + What the Panthers’ depth chart looks like after the draft: New starters, more weapons + Jaycee Horn traded football in the suburbs for inner-city Atlanta. He’s tough by choice + Panthers NFL draft updates:...

On this week's episode of Panthers Tracks, Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg are joined by Observer columnist Scott Fowler to discuss the 2021 NFL draft and how the Panthers will approach the first round. They also discuss who they would pick in the first round. For background reading: Panthers’ 1st draft with a new GM. What 3 changes to expect without Marty Hurney Final Carolina Panther...

On this week's episode of Panthers Tracks Podcast, Charlotte Observer beat reporters talk with Jordan Reid, a senior draft analyst for The Draft Network. Reid talks about some of the prospects in the 2021 NFL draft class, who he sees the Panthers selecting, and gives his thoughts on Sam Darnold and what he could do for the Panthers. Reid, a former quarterback at N.C. Central University, also spent...

On this week’s episode of Panthers Tracks Podcast, reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg go more in-depth about the the Panthers’ trade for Sam Darnold and why it occurred. They discuss what it means for the Panthers’ going forward, how they’ll approach the 2021 NFL draft, and what’s next for Teddy Bridgewater.  For background reading: Carolina Panthers trade for Jets quarterback S...

The Panthers pick eighth in the NFL draft in April, and it is becoming increasingly likely that the top four quarterbacks will be off the board by then. So who should the Panthers target? Alaina Getzenberg and Jonathan M. Alexander break it down in this week's episode of Panthers Tracks. For background reading: What do Miami Dolphins' draft trades mean for Carolina Panthers? Carolina Panthers mock...

The Carolina Panthers entered free agency with a little more than $30 million. They signed a number of players addressing the offensive line, defensive line and linebacker. Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg talk about what they like and didn't like about the Panthers' moves in free agency. Background reading: Five NFL players still available who could help the Panthers Panthers got one o...

ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper's latest mock draft had the Panthers drafting Mac Jones with the No. 8 pick in the 2021 NFL draft. Reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg discuss whether that's too high. They also took questions from listeners via Twitter and answer them on air. For background reading: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article249605898.html htt...

The Panthers cleared about $25 million in cap space last week. Reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg talk about why they made those moves and what to make of it, as well as whether it opens up the possibility to sign both Taylor Moton and Curtis Samuel. For background reading: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article249429740.html https://www.charlotte...

The Carolina Panthers have the No. 8 pick in the 2021 draft. They could trade up or trade back, Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg look at some potential scenarios and discuss whether not drafting a quarterback in 2021 is the end of the world. Background reading: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article249094985.html https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/n...

Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg discuss the Senior Bowl, the reality of Deshaun Watson to the Panthers and whether Teddy Bridgewater could be the Panthers' starter in 2021. For background reading: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article248976300.html#storylink=mainstage_lead https://www.charlotteobserver.com/spor...

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, it is believed that Texans star quarterback DeShaun Watson has played his final snap in Houston. Reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Alaina Getzenberg discuss whether the Panthers have a realistic chance at getting him and whether they should try to get him. Background reading: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article248584200.html#s...