Locked On Panthers - Daily Podcast On The Carolina Panthers

Can the Carolina Panthers defense rise to the challenge in the upcoming season? With OTAs on the horizon, the Panthers are poised for a potential transformation. This episode offers a deep dive into the Carolina Panthers defensive roster, spotlighting key players like Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson.  Host Julian Council examines the impact of moving on from Jadeveon Clowney and the readiness of rook...

Can Bryce Young lead the Carolina Panthers to a breakthrough season in 2025? With the NFL's organized team activities on the horizon, the Panthers offensive depth chart is under the microscope, promising a season of thrilling possibilities. Explore the quarterback dynamics as Bryce Young's late-season surge positions him as a potential top-12 NFL quarterback. The wide receiver room, featuring Adam...

Can the Carolina Panthers defy the odds in 2025? With a predicted win total of 6.5 games, the Panthers face a challenging season. Host Julian Council explores the team's potential, analyzing key matchups and the importance of early victories. Dive into a fascinating comparison between rookie Tetairoa McMillan and veteran Mike Evans. Julian examines their college stats and playing styles, pondering...

Can the Carolina Panthers make a splash in the 2025 NFL season? The Panthers are poised for an exciting year with a schedule packed with thrilling matchups, including a primetime showdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Host Julian Council breaks down the Panthers 2025 schedule, spotlighting key games against the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Buffalo Bills. He analyzes the team's strengths and cha...

Will the Carolina Panthers make a splash in the 2025 NFL schedule? With the anticipation of primetime slots and intriguing matchups, Panthers fans are on the edge of their seats. Julian Council speculates on potential Week 1 opponents, eyeing a non-divisional home game against the Seattle Seahawks or Buffalo Bills. The return of Sam Darnold to Charlotte adds an exciting twist. Council also explore...

Can the Carolina Panthers 2025 draft class redefine their NFL season? With high expectations for rookies like Tetairoa McMillan and Nic Scourton, the Panthers are poised for a potential transformation. Explore the strategic insights as Julian Council breaks down the Panthers draft picks, focusing on day one impact players and those fighting for roster spots. Discover how McMillan, a top-10 pick, c...

Can the Carolina Panthers new draft picks redefine their offensive strategy? With the addition of wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan from the Arizona Wildcats and tight end Mitchell Evans from the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the Panthers are poised for a potential transformation. These promising talents bring a fresh dynamic to the team, sparking excitement among fans and analysts alike. Explore the i...

The Carolina Panthers recently opted to exercise the fifth-year option in former first-round LT Ickey Ekwonu's contract. This option will keep Ekwonu around until at least the 2026 season, and it signifies that Carolina has finally found its franchise left tackle. Recently, former first-round tackles Christian Darrisaw and Andrew Thomas have received their fifth-year options and contract extension...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to the Locked On Network's latest 2025 NFL Power Rankings as put together by members of the Locked On NFL Channel. The Philadelphia Eagles come in at #1, but do the Kansas City Chiefs go to #2 after losing the Super Bowl? Our panel reacts to the Top 10, Bottom 10, and which teams in the middle of the pack could jump into the Top 10. Support Us By Supportin...

According to reports on Thursday afternoon, the Carolina Panthers released veteran edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney after one season with his hometown team. This release was part of several post-draft cuts made by the team, but it was undoubtedly the most notable, as the Panthers signed Clowney to a two-year, $20 million deal just a year ago. Did this decision come as a surprise? Following the Panther...

Can the Carolina Panthers undrafted free agents reshape their roster? With the 2025 NFL Draft in the rearview, the Panthers are eyeing potential gems among their undrafted signings. Key players like Ryan Fitzgerald, a standout kicker from Florida State, and wide receivers Jacoby George and Moose Muhammad III are in the spotlight. Julian Council breaks down the potential impact of these players, an...

Can the Carolina Panthers latest draft picks redefine their NFL strategy? With Princely Umanmielen's elite speed rush from Ole Miss, Jimmy Horn Jr.'s playmaking skills from Colorado, and Trevor Etienne's versatility from Georgia, the Panthers are poised for a thrilling transformation. Explore how these new additions could impact the Panthers' game plan. Julian Council, alongside experts Locked On...

Can the Carolina Panthers latest draft picks redefine their defense? The Panthers are poised for a potential defensive transformation with Nick Scorton, a standout edge rusher from Texas A&M, and Lathan Ransom, a versatile safety from Ohio State. These players, known for their impressive college careers, bring unique skills that could elevate the Panthers game in the NFL. Join host Julian Council...

Three former Florida Gators are set to make waves with the Carolina Panthers after being selected in the 2025 NFL Draft. How will Princely Umanmielen, Trevor Etienne, and Cam Jackson reshape the Panthers organization? Explore the potential of these standout players as Julian Council and guest Brandon Olsen dissect their college careers and NFL prospects. Umanmielen's pass-rushing prowess, Etienne'...

Hunter Renfrow's comeback could redefine the Carolina Panthers wide receiver dynamics. With his past Pro Bowl performance and recent health challenges, can he claim his spot alongside Adam Thielen and Xavier Legette? The Panthers wide receiver competition heats up as Julian Council explores the potential impact of Renfrow's signing and the evolving roster. Dive into the analysis of Florida Gators...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to Shedeur Sanders massive slide in the NFL Draft and how it was ultimately covered. Which NFL teams had the best first-round selections and which QB drafted has the best chance at playing right away and being in the offensive rookie of the year conversation? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also a...

Which returning players for the Carolina Panthers benefited the most from the 2025 draft, and which players are now in jeopardy of being cut from their roster or having their roles specifically reduced? Julian Council highlights three offensive players that he believes are in a better position post-draft thanks to the selections the organization made. Julian also details several defensive players...

Where do things stand with the Carolina Panthers' roster following the 2025 NFL Draft? Charlotte Observer Panthers reporter Alex Zietlow joins Julian Council to break down the Panthers' eight draft picks and how they will impact the roster in 2025 and beyond.   Does selecting Tetairoa McMillan in the top ten relieve pressure off Xavier Legette moving forward? In an unexpectedly crowded receiver ro...

How does the Carolina Panthers 2025 draft class stack up? Julian Council goes in-depth on all eight of the Panthers selections, providing a grade for each. Then Julian also gives a grade for the class as a whole. Did Panthers GM nail his second draft haul? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and ente...

Julian Council provides his reaction to the Carolina Panthers 2025 Draft Class.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible contr...

After selecting Tetairoa McMillan in the first round on Thursday night, Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan said that the team had eight picks remaining and would not neglect addressing defensive needs with those picks. Morgan stuck to his word on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft by utilizing two separate trades up the draft board to select a pair of edge rushers in Texas A&M's Nic Scourton and Ole Miss' P...

The Carolina Panthers shocked the NFL world by selecting wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan with the 8th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Could this unexpected move redefine the Panthers strategy and impact their future success?  Explore the Panthers bold decision to choose McMillan, a standout from the Arizona Wildcats, and the implications for their roster. Host Julian Council examines McMillan'...

Draft Day has finally arrived, and the Carolina Panthers will be on the clock Thursday night with the eighth overall pick in the draft. But will Carolina remain at eight to make a selection, or will the organization find a trade partner? Recent intel from NFL insiders suggests that teams are looking to trade as high as No. 2 and No. 3 overall to draft Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty. If Jea...

Julian Council is joined by Charlotte Observer Carolina Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye to break down the Carolina Panthers 2025 NFL Draft options. How likely is it that Carolina will be able to trade back from the eighth overall pick? While Jalon Walker has been the favorite to go to Carolina, is his selection far from a foregone conclusion?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV...

Julian Council provides his annual Mock Draft. Can the Carolina Panthers find a "sucker" to trade back with in the first round? Will finding replacements for Adam Thielen and Taylor Moton be top of mind for Dan Morgan and the Panthers brass?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub...