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Hear from the new GM of the Carolina Panthers Scott Fitterer on his philosophy of building a team, plus Matt Rhule and David Tepper weigh in with their thoughts on how Fitterer will fit with the Panthers.
Hear from offensive coordinator Joe Brady and defensive coordinator Phil Snow as they talk about the Week 10 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Matt Rhule, Curtis Samuel, DJ Moore, Teddy Bridgewater by The Riot Network
Matt Rhule talks Christian McCaffrey's injury, Jeremy Chinn discusses his return, Derrick Brown on his growth through nine games and John Miller on the offensive line. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Hear from Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, Punter Joe Charlton, Kicker Joey Slye, Wide Receiver Robby Anderson and Linebacker Shaq Thompson after their 33-31 Week 9 loss to the defending Super Bowl champs in Kansas City.
Hear from Panther OC Joe Brady and DC Phil Snow as they get ready to square off with the Kansas City Chiefs with a returning Christian McCaffrey on Sunday.
Hear from Head Coach Matt Rhule on Christian McCaffrey's return, tight end Ian Thomas on his role in the offense and Brian Burns/Donte Jackson on an improving Panthers defense.
Matt Rhule talks Christian McCaffrey's designation to return, Eli Apple's injury and more, Curtis Samuel talks his third down prowess and the Joe Brady offense while Tre Boston talks the Panthers defense and playing Thursday night. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Hear from Matt Rhule on Christian McCaffrey's timetable for return, Brian Burns on why he's so good at strip sacks, Greg Little on his growth over his sophomore season and Teddy Bridgewater on how he plans to avenge a loss in New Orleans. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network. Be sure to rate, review & subscribe!
Hear from Panthers Coach Matt Rhule, QB Teddy Bridgewater, LB Shaq Thompson, WR DJ Moore, CB Eli Apple and K Joey Slye after the Panthers 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome.
Hear from the Panthers coaching staff on the Saints (did you know Joe Brady used to work there??!!?), how Brian Burns is about to make the leap and if Sam Franklin can fill in admirably for Juston Burris.
Hear from Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, Robby Anderson, Matt Paradis and Sam Franklin as they prepare to face off with the New Orleans Saints!
After a 23-16 loss to the Chicago Bears, the Carolina Panthers are 3-3. Hear from Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, DJ Moore, Rasul Douglas, Jeremy Chinn, Russell Okung and Brian Burns about what might have been a "humbling" loss for the Panthers. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
It's Friday! Hear from both the offensive and defensive coordinator of the Carolina Panthers on what they expect from the Bears this week, how they'll react to the loss of KK Short and what Teddy Bridgewater does so well. Plus, Matt Rhule updates Keith Kirkwood's status and much more! It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network. Subscribe, rate and review!
Matt Rhule announces Kawann Short will miss the rest of the season, Teddy Bridgewater talks his weapons and Mike Davis explains why exactly he's pissed off when he runs. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule updates Christian McCaffrey's injury status, talks about his feelings on Sunday's win over the Falcons, Teddy Bridgewater talks about his career and relationship with the fans, John Miller recounts why he's nicknamed Big Boosie and talks the offensive line and Zach Kerr on what he sees from Derrick Brown and the Panthers run defense. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Hear from your favorite Panthers players after their 23-16 win in Atlanta sent Dan Quinn to the unemployment line. Featured Today: Matt Rhule, Teddy Bridgewater, Russell Okung, Shaq Thompson & Rasul Douglas (two for one!), Mike Davis and Juston Burris.
Panthers Head Coach gives a quick injury report and what he expects this Sunday at Atlanta.
Panthers Offensive and Defensive Coordinators talk through what they're seeing from the Falcons, who's stepping up on defense and whether or not Joe Brady has already started planning for a couple of weeks when Christian McCaffrey returns.
Panthers GM speaks about roster construction, how to evaluate talent during COVID and the places the Panthers still need help on the roster, including whether or not he's engaged Taylor Moton and Curtis Samuel in contract extension talks. Then Teddy Bridgewater and his best friend since high school Erika Cardona join to talk about the second book in the Little Bear Teddy, their relationship and how Teddy's story has inspired not only Erika, but children around the world. You can find more information at littlebearteddy.com It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Today's version of It Is What It Is is powered by THE ROSTER BUBBLE as three players who were unsure of their roster status heading into the weekend take us what they did to distract themselves on Saturday, what they think they can bring to this team and how they can contribute, if only on special teams. If you only have a few minutes, check out Myles Hartsfield, who plays both defensive back AND running back - he was incredibly engaging. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
It's Coordinator Friday!! All three of the Panthers coordinators answer questions about what they've seen from their players during training camp, how they want to handle Christian McCaffrey's workload, who will win training camp battles and much, much more! A STACKED show! It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers Owner David Tepper answers questions on Cam Newton's release, Marty Hurney's contract, new stadium news, the delay of Charlotte FC to joining the MLS and how he feels about the social justice initiatives around the NFL. For more great interviews with your favorite Panthers coaches and players, be sure to rate, review and SUBSCRIBE to It Is What It Is!
Panthers coach Matt Rhule updates injuries, including talking about why the Panthers delayed practice after a positive COVID test for G Chris Reed and what he expects from his team moving forward. Then Chris Manhertz (#ManhertzHive) talks his transition from basketball, how he's trying to become a better pass catcher in addition to a blocking tight end and names his starting five on the Panthers before rookie CB Troy Pride talks his views on social justice, how he has been adjusting to the NFL and much more. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers safety and defensive leader Tre Boston talks about the team's decision to not hold practice on Saturday and how they're still working on what the team has in store in terms of their social justice initiatives as well as how he sees the team's secondary gelling - and why they're always a question mark. Then Matt Rhule talks about his 100% support for the team and their decision, how he sees the roster battles - including for backup QB - shaping up and much more. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network. Subscribe, rate and review for more interviews!
Panthers #1 WR DJ Moore joins the show for an exclusive chat to talk how he can get even better in 2020, what he's been working on this offseason, how the Joe Brady offense suits him, what he's been seeing from Donte Jackson in terms of growth and much, much more! It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe to never miss an episode!
Panthers DT Zach Kerr talks about what brought him to Carolina, how he has dealt with what has happened this offseason and the fact that athletes are expected to act differently than the rest of Americans. Matt Rhule breaks down what he's seeing from his team in training camp right now, what their plans are going forward and Teddy Bridgewater outlines his offense, how he has dealt with the Jacob Blake shooting and whether or not it's OK to stay in the 'bubble' of football while the rest of the world happens around you. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers HC Matt Rhule talks about the Panthers' decision to take the field after the shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin, how he stands with the players and much more. Worth your time to listen. It Is What It Is is powered by The Riot Report and is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Matt Rhule discusses what he's seen from his team in their first full scrimmage over the weekend after spending 7-8 hours examining the tape, how the cornerback battle is going and much more. Then Shaq Thompson talks the importance of voting, what he's seeing from the defense thus far and how he's adopting his leadership role before PJ Walker talks the battle between himself and Will Grier, what the difference in speed is between the XFL and the NFL and much more! Be sure to rate, review and subscribe to get the latest Panthers news in your podcasts every morning!
After the Panthers first padded practice inside Bank of America Stadium, Will Grier talks about how he failed his rookie season, what that's taught him about preparing for his second season in the NFL and what it means to be a backup quarterback. He was extremely open and honest - would recommend listening. Then Matt Rhule discusses what he saw from his team in Bank of America Stadium, which guys have been having a good camp thus far and much more before Joe Charlton discusses his background growing up in the area, how he's transitioning to the NFL and claps back after a couple of bad punts make their way to social media. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Christian McCaffrey talks about the way that he likes to practice, his message for Ron Rivera and the importance of his off-the-field actions before guard Dennis Daley joins the show to talk about the way he's attacking his second season, what he can learn from Russell Okung and the differences between playing guard and tackle. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network - subscribe, rate and review!
Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule gives his thoughts on a rainy day at Panthers training camp, how he organizes his practice sessions, what he's seeing from Christian McCaffrey, including how he'll manage his workload, and much, much more. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers returner Pharoh Cooper - but he'd rather be known as wide receiver Pharoh Cooper - is up first to talk about how he can fit into the Panthers offense, if he can get back to his 2017 All-Pro form and how working with Will Grier this offseason helped his confidence before Panthers RG John Miller is on the show to reveal how the offensive line is gelling thus far, how he's taking care of his body and why he wants to play for Matt Rhule in Carolina. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Matt Rhule updates some small injuries, talks about his viewpoint on correcting mistakes, updates the backup quarterback battle and talks about some impressive wide receiver in Thursday's post-practice update.
As the Panthers take a day off on Wednesday, Panthers left tackle Russell Okung refutes some media reports about whether he would be retiring, expounds on his thoughts on the coronavirus, how he thinks this offensive line is coming together thus far and how he can be a leader in the locker room even though it's his first (and maybe final) year in Carolina. Matt Rhule then talks through his thoughts on the first few days of padded practices, who he sees as possible captains and his thoughts on who has been impressive in his eyes as they prepare to make their depth chart more permanent. It Is What It Is is powered by The Riot Report and is a proud part of The Riot Network.
In an interview exclusive to It Is What It Is, Vincent Richardson speaks to the star of training camp thus far, wide receiver Omar Bayless about how he gets separation off the line, what kind of releases he prefers to use against press coverage, how he battled adversity to get to where he is and where he thinks he fits into the Carolina Panthers offense. They'll also discuss why special teams are so important and how that might just be his path to the Panthers roster in 2020. It Is What It Is powered by The Riot Report is a proud part of The Riot Network - be sure to rate, review and subscribe for more great interviews with your favorite Panthers players and coaches!
On this intro-less episode of It Is What It Is, Tre Boston talks about being a leader on a young Panthers defense, what he's seen from Matt Rhule and much more before Teddy Bridgewater reveals the mistake he made last year in New Orleans that embarrassed him, the lessons he's been imparting to his backups and how he created the Panthers playbook in Madden to help himself learn the offense. It Is What It Is is powered by The Riot Network
Head Coach Matt Rhule shares his thoughts on how he views the backup quarterback position, why he gave some of his players and coaches the morning off and his overall impression after the team's first padded practice of Panthers training camp. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
On today's episode, Panthers DB Juston Burris talks about what it's like to be at a Matt Rhule practice, how excited he is to join the Panthers and what he thinks his skillset can bring to the team. Then Taylor Moton talks his contract extension, how he sees the offensive line coming together and more. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule describes how he likes to run his practice, gives some insight on what happened with Russell Okung and talks about how he's organizing his depth chart as the Panthers head into padded practices beginning this week. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers Coach Matt Rhule talks the first couple days of helmeted practice, how proud he is of the Panthers players for their professionalism in the face of a global pandemic and which players have impressed him thus far. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network - be sure to rate, review and subscribe!
On today's show, Curtis Samuel talks about where he fits into the Carolina offense - or rather, he avoids the question of where he fits in ---- listen for yourself to hear the caginess. He also touches on the trade rumors, his QB play last season and how he spent his birthday. Tahir Whitehead talks what it's like to be a veteran on a young Panthers defense, how he's trying to learn from Luke Kuechly and not be just like him and much, much more! It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
On today's show, Robby Anderson talks about what it's like to practice with Christian McCaffrey, how this team has the best athletes he's ever been around, why this offseason was actually good for him and how everyone on the Panthers has bought in. Then "defensive athlete" Jeremy Chinn joins the show to tell us who's brain he's been picking during training camp (SPOILERS it's Luke Kuechly), what position he plays in the Phil Snow defense and his expectations for the season. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network - please make sure you rate, review and subscribe!
Panthers DE Stephen Weatherly is on the show to talk his thoughts on why All Black Lives Matter, the new-look Panthers defense, who Brian Burns reminds him of and much, much, much more. Honestly, if you skip a lot of episodes - DON'T SKIP THIS ONE! Plus, Kicker Joey Slye talks his relationship with Graham Gano, his thoughts on working with Chase Blackburn, how he works during the offseason and much more. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers rookie defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos joins the show to talk about his development this offseason, his ideal playing weight and what he's learned from Brian Burns before new acquisition Eli Apple talks this crucial 2020 season, why he's got to be a leader in a young secondary and how his birthday went over the past weekend. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule talks how safe he feels at Bank of America Stadium considering the madness in the world today, talks who he thinks can surprise some folks on this roster and which position groupings will have the best battles over the course of the next month. He'll also share his feelings on KK Short, Efe Obada, Donte Jackson, Chris Manhertz, DJ Moore and many other players as the Panthers wrap up their first week of training camp. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Two of your favorite Carolina Panthers are featured today as Christian McCaffrey talks the Joe Brady offense, Teddy Bridgewater first impressions and much more before Donte Jackson joins the show to talk about how this is a huge season for him, what his expectations are in 2020 and how he worked with Ryan Clark this offseason to ensure that he's 100% healthy and able to impress in his third season. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network
Brian Burns takes the mic to talk about the disappointments he faced his rookie season, how he gained weight this offseason to get even better in his second season and much, much more! But don't ask him to reveal his goals - those are classified. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
We get a chance to talk to Panthers center Matt Paradis about whether or not he feels safe in the trenches, how he's approaching this season and what it's like being a leader on the Panthers' offense before DJ Moore's presser discussing what it takes to make the jump to the next level and how he and Teddy Bridgewater have been getting along thus far during training camp. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Today's edition of It Is What It Is features Teddy Bridgewater talking about what it means to be the first Panthers QB since Cam Newton, how he's been handling his virtual offseason and his connection with Joe Brady before Derrick Brown answers questions about what his goals are for his rookie year, how he thinks he'll play next to KK Short and much more! It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.
Hear Marty Hurney's thoughts on why they decided to go with Joey Slye over Graham Gano, why he thought Teddy Bridgewater would be such a good fit in Carolina and the challenges of trying to build a 53-man (more like 69-man) roster during a global pandemic. It Is What It Is is a proud part of The Riot Network.