The Charlotte Observer

Processing Blue: A Panthers' Podcast

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Weekly, Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow go inside the locker room and outside the lines for a look at the Carolina Panthers.

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Jun 17, 2026

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Episodes

Will Bryce Young look better in Carolina Panthers’ Week 2 game? Chargers might be tough 11.09.2024

The Charlotte Observer's Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow discuss the most concerning parts of Bryce Young’s Year 2 debut and the defensive front’s powerlessness against the New Orleans Saints — and Kaye and Zietlow also briefly preview the Panthers-Chargers matchup, which has the potential to be lopsided, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers vs. Saints, Week 1: Can Carolina start 1-0 this year? 04.09.2024

The Charlotte Observer's Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow preview the week one match-up between the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints, and what Carolina should be most concerned with from their NFC South opponent. Also, who is injured and who will play in the week one game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Panthers' 53-man roster is set: Did they get better before the season starts? 30.08.2024

The Charlotte Observer's Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow recap the week of roster cuts and waiver pick-ups and what all of that meant for the Panthers ahead of week 1. Also, a Kaye's Take on Terrace Marshall's end with the team and who you should draft in fantasy football if you're targeting a Carolina Panther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryce Young is looking the best he's ever looked -- but will that equal more wins? 21.08.2024

The Charlotte Observer's Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow dig into the biggest things they want to see from the Carolina Panthers at practice this week before asking whether or not this cornerback group will hold up for the season. Also, who is the biggest winner of training camp? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No starters in the preseason game? Not sure about that plan, Panthers 14.08.2024

The Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow recap the first preseason game of the season against the New England Patriots and question the strategy of not playing any of the starters. They also talk the most recent practices for Bryce Young and whether or not he needs reps in the upcoming game against the New York Jets before digging into the news that former Panthers...

Who is the MVP of Panthers training camp so far and should Bryce Young play in preseason games? 07.08.2024

The Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow discuss who has impressed on offense and defense through training camp so far, as well as the MVP at this point in the preseason. Also, should Bryce Young play in the upcoming preseason match-ups? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's stock is up and who's stock is down at Panthers camp? Plus Mike Rucker joins 31.07.2024

The Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow discuss who's stock is up and who is down in training camp after five practices. Also, who are their top 3 Panthers of all-time? Then, Alex is joined by former Pro Bowler and Carolina Panthers legend Mike Rucker to discuss the legacy of Julius Peppers in Carolina, his thoughts on Jadeveon Clowney and Bryce Young, and joining...

Training camp has started. What are we expecting from this year's Carolina Panthers? 24.07.2024

Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow open up training camp with the team with 5 questions for this season: Who was the biggest offseason addition? Which position is still one for concern? What does the team need from Bryce Young in his second season? Who is the standout from this year's rookie class? And is there an under the radar player that fans will be raving a...

Carolina Panthers 2024 NFL Draft Preview 23.04.2024

Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow discuss the upcoming NFL Draft for Carolina, how its free agency signings affect who it might select, and what a successful draft looks like for the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Canales, Dan Morgan lead Carolina Panthers into a new era 02.02.2024

On this episode of Processing Blue, Langston Wertz Jr. is joined by Charlotte Observer sports columnist Scott Fowler and Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow. The three discuss Carolina's introductory news conference for new head coach Dave Canales and new general manager Dan Morgan, was it a "win" for the Panthers, and what to expect from the pair moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices....

Panthers hire Dave Canales as head coach: Quick thoughts, analysis 26.01.2024

On a special emergency episode of Processing Blue, Charlotte Observer sports columnist Scott Fowler and Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye share their initial reaction and analysis to Carolina hiring Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales as the team's new head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2023 Carolina Panthers season recap: Evaluating Bryce Young's rookie year plus update on coach/GM search 18.01.2024

On this episode of Processing Blue, Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow look back at Carolina's 2023 season, evaluate Bryce Young's rookie campaign, discuss the team's ongoing coach/GM search and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carolina Panthers fire GM Scott Fitterer. What's next for David Tepper & Co.? 09.01.2024

On the latest episode of Processing Blue, Charlotte Observer sports columnist Scott Fowler and Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye discussing Scott Fitterer's firing as general manager in Carolina, possible candidates to replace him, what the next few weeks look like in Charlotte and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Tepper's temper tantrum: How it affects Carolina Panthers' coaching search 04.01.2024

On the newest episode of Processing Blue: A Panthers Podcast, Charlotte Observer Panthers reporter Mike Kaye and sports columnist Scott Fowler discuss Carolina owner David Tepper's drink-tossing incident from the team's Week 17 game in Jacksonville, how it affects the coaching search and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Panthers' win over Falcons help Bryce Young's confidence? 21.12.2023

On this week's episode of Processing Blue: A Panthers Podcast, Langston Wertz Jr. and Mike Kaye discuss Carolina's last-second win over Atlanta, Derrick Brown's stellar play, the team's coaching search and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme shares his advice for Bryce Young 14.12.2023

On this week's special episode of "Processing Blue," Scott Fowler is joined by former Carolina Panthers Quarterback Jake Delhomme. They discuss the 2023 Panthers season, Frank Reich's firing, advice for Bryce Young, what the future may hold and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carolina Panthers offense shows signs of life, plus checking in on coaching search 07.12.2023

Langston Wertz Jr. and Scott Fowler discuss the Panthers' loss to the Bucs, the offense showing some improvement, updates on David Tepper's coaching search and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did David Tepper fire Frank Reich and where do the Carolina Panthers go from here? 29.11.2023

On the latest episode of "Processing Blue," Scott Fowler and Mike Kaye discussing the Carolina Panthers decision to fire head coach Frank Reich, comments made by owner David Tepper at the news conference, potential coaching candidates and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Smith Sr. talks David Tepper, Bryce Young and what’s next for the Carolina Panthers 22.11.2023

On a special episode of ""Processing Blue," former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. joins the show. He talks with Langston Wertz Jr. about his playing days, the current state of the Panthers, Bryce Young, Frank Reich, David Tepper, his post-playing career and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is Bryce Young struggling with the Carolina Panthers? 16.11.2023

On the latest episode of "Processing Blue," Langston Wertz Jr. is joined by Panthers reporter Mike Kaye to discuss why Bryce Young's struggles can be partially attributed to the the Carolina Panthers' underwhelming supporting cast, how the team can fix its offensive line issues, if Frank Reich or Scott Fitterer are on the hot seat and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Is Scott Fitterer or Frank Reich on the hot seat for the Carolina Panthers? 07.11.2023

Langston Wertz Jr. and Scott Fowler host this week's episode of "Processing Blue" where they discuss Bryce Young's poor outing during the Panthers loss to the Colts, the team's next game on a short week against the Bears, whether or not Scott Fitterer and Frank Reich are on the hot seat and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Panthers stay quiet at NFL trade deadline, plus looking ahead to November schedule 02.11.2023

Langston Wertz Jr. is joined by Mike Kaye to discuss the Carolina Panthers' NFL trade deadline moves (or lack thereof), Bryce Young's improved play and why November is an important month for head coach Frank Reich and Co. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud face off: Did Panthers draft the right QB? 26.10.2023

Scott Fowler and Langston Wertz Jr. are joined by the Houston Chronicle Texans beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander. The trio discuss the Week 8 showdown between the Panthers and Texans, Bryce Young vs. C.J. Stroud, keys to the game and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carolina Panthers make play-calling change as they head into bye week. Will it help? 19.10.2023

Alex Zietlow and Langston Wertz Jr. discuss the status of the Panthers as they head into the bye week, Frank Reich's decision to hand off play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Thomas Brown and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where have the Carolina Panthers struggled most during their 0-5 start to the season? 12.10.2023

On this episode of "Processing Blue," Langston Wertz Jr. and Alex Zietlow discuss where Carolina's struggled the most during its 0-5 start, Austin Corbett's potential return to the lineup, WR trade targets for the Panthers and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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