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Carolina Panthers coverage, opinions, analysis, exclusive interviews and insight. Mid-week episodes preview the coming game and post-game episodes recap every Carolina Panthers win or loss with a focus on what worked, what didn't and what's next. Hosted by 99.9 The Fan's Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox and WRAL's Chris Lea. Panthers Playbook is part of the Capitol Broadcasting Podcast Network from Raleigh, North Carolina.

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    Carolina Panthers have tough decisions to make at Wide Receiver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 21:53


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales have tough decisions to make when it comes to who makes the team from the wide receiver room, and if David Moore is a lock to make the roster. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    How far away are the Carolina Panthers from being a Super Bowl contender?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 23:43


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers going through offseason OTAs, including the leadership under head coach Dave Canales and general manager Dave Morgan. How far away are the Carolina Panthers from being Super Bowl contenders in the NFL, and how does the process mirror that of the Carolina Hurricanes?  Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales are adapting to adjusted roles

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 22:42


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers going through offseason OTAs, including the leadership role of quarterback Bryce Young, and head coach Dave Canales adjusting to running practices while not being the offensive playcaller. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Will Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young earn a major contract extension?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 29:15


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing DT Tershawn Wharton for an indefinite amount of time following neck surgery. Plus, will QB Bryce Young earn a franchise QB contract extension after this season?   Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    The Carolina Panthers still have some questions about the roster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 22:50


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers roster heading into the offseason, including the biggest strengths and weaknesses of the team. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Which Carolina Panthers rookies will make the most impact?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 22:22


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers rookie mini camp, and which players could have an impact immediately for the 2026 NFL Season.

    Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan knew he had to change the culture of the franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 29:46


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea are joined by Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan to discuss the 2026 NFL Draft, head coach Dave Canales turning play calling duties over to Brad Idzik, and the role for Xavier Legette in a crowded wide receiver room. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Grading the Carolina Panthers 2026 NFL Draft Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 28:27


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and grade the draft class for general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers draft Lee Hunter & Chris Brazzell II on Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 19:12


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and react to the selections of DT Lee Hunter from Texas A&M football, and WR Chris Brazzell II from Tennessee football. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers draft pick Monroe Freeling has immediate and long-term impact

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 15:59


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and react to their first round pick of offensive tackle Monroe Freeling from Georgia football. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Priorities for the Carolina Panthers in the 2026 NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 25:42


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and what general manager Dan Morgan, EVP Brandt Tillis, and head coach Dave Canales could take with the 19th pick. Also, what positions are of the highest priority in the draft. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan has to navigate the 2026 NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 24:41


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and what general manager Dan Morgan, EVP Brandt Tillis, and head coach Dave Canales could take with the 19th pick. Plus, Bryce Young and Xavier Legette have a lot at stake in 2026. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Which Carolina Panthers player have the most to gain and lose in the 2026 NFL Draft?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 28:53


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and what general manager Dan Morgan, EVP Brandt Tillis, and head coach Dave Canales could take with the 19th pick. Plus, Bryce Young and Xavier Legette have a lot at stake in 2026. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft with some big upgrades still needed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 25:02


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the 2026 NFL Draft for the Carolina Panthers, and what general manager Dan Morgan, EVP Brandt Tillis, and head coach Dave Canales could take with the 19th pick. Plus, what can the Panthers truly expect from running back Jonathon Brooks. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers still need to add a major piece on offense

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 18:29


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the free agent signings of Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan, how the Panthers can still add a major piece on offense in the 2026 NFL Draft. Plus, a funny moment for Dennis and Panthers EVP of Football Operations Brandt Tillis. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan has made all of the right moves in free agency

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 26:50


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the free agent signings of Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan, how much pressure there is to still improve the offense, and other moves that can be made during the 2026 NFL Draft. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers agree to terms with LB Devin Lloyd as General Manager Dan Morgan builds up defense

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 21:40


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan agreed to terms with linebacker Devin Lloyd on a three-year, $45 million contract after already agreeing to sign edge rusher Jaelan Phillips earlier on the first day of NFL Legal Tampering ahead of the 2026 NFL Free Agency. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    REACTION: Carolina Panthers agree to terms with Jaelen Phillips

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 12:36


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan agreed to terms with edge rusher Jaelen Phillips on a 4-year, $120 million contract with $80 million guaranteed days before NFL Free Agency is set to begin. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers face a pivotal 2026 offseason as free agency is set to begin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 25:15


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers general manager faces a major 2026 offseason as NFL free agency sets to begin before the 2026 NFL Draft. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales put the needs of the team first

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 24:42


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales turning play calling duties over to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik impacts quarterback Bryce Young, but also Ejiro Evero. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Bryce Young & Dave Canales have to figure it out for 2026 Carolina Panthers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 22:23


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the how Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young & head coach Dave Canales will dictate the future of the franchise, and how every decision by general manager Dan Morgan will be impacted by the 2026 season of Bryce Young. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    The Carolina Panthers need to raise their ceiling in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 23:14


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales can't be afraid to get aggressive this offseason. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers have found stability as an organization

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 22:54


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the how Carolina Panthers have stability as an organization under general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers are building the right culture to succeed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 25:37


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales have are building a culture of success in Charlotte, North Carolina. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers have difficult free agent decisions to make

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 41:35


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the offseason questions for the Carolina Panthers including how general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales have major decisions to make with pending free agents. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers are still growing and developing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 27:26


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the offseason questions for the Carolina Panthers including how general Dan Morgan still needs to add to the roster, and how head coach Dave Canales and defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero must develop a killer instinct with play calling. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers drop heartbreaker to Los Angeles Rams, 34-31

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 22:36


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing 34-31 to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs, including questions about defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers can't play scared against the Los Angeles Rams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 25:47


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers needing to. e aggressive in ther NFC South Wild Card Round matchup against the Lost Angeles Rams. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    LIVE REACTION: Carolina Panthers are NFC South Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 54:09


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers winning the NFC South Division for the first time since 2015, and making the NFL Playoffs for the first time since 2017. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers squander another chance to win NFC South

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 27:32


    Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 16-14, missing another chance to win the NFC South division. Head Coach Dave Canales and quarterback Bryce Young must rely on the Atlanta Falcons to beat the New Orleans Saints to make the playoffs. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers have a chance to make history against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 33:04


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL Season with a chance to win the NFC South, but how this season has been a successful one in year two of head coach Dave Canales, and how QB Bryce Young must shine. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.  Find us anywhere!

    Carolina Panthers squander chance to win NFC South; must beat Tampa Bay Buccaneers to make playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2025 21:43


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing to the Seattle Seahawks, 27-10, including just 54 yards passing from QB Bryce Young, and more questions about the consistency under head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers have to stack wins together with a chance to win NFC South title

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 26:18


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the Seattle Seahawks with the potential to win the NFC South, the need to win consecutive games, and how quarterback Bryce Young and head Dave Canales are learning from playing in close games. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.  Win a Jimmy Horn Jr. signed mini helmet! Text the keyword "SANTA" to 919-860-5326 by 11:59 PM ET on December 26th, 2025 to enter for your chance to win! One lucky winner will be selected on December 29th, 2025.

    Carolina Panthers take care of business against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 22:07


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 23-20, to take sole possession of first place in the NFC South division with two games remaining left in the 2025 NFL season. Also, locker room sound from Nic Scourton, Lathan Ranson, and Jalen Coker. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

    Carolina Panthers are in a 'must-win' situation against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 25:45


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16 of the NFL season, and how head coach Dave Canales and QB Bryce Young are in a must-win situation against the Bucs with the NFL Playoffs and NFC South at stake for Carolina. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers fail to gain control of NFC South in 20-17 loss to New Orleans Saints

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 25:22


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing to the New Orleans Saints, 20-17, and how head coach Dave Canales and QB Bryce Young failed to generate offense when needed, and how the team failed to gain control of NFC South over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers must take care of the New Orleans Saints; Ikem Ekwonu exclusive interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 31:30


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the New Orleans Saints, the concerns with the pass rush, and how head coach Dave Canales must continue to lean on the run game. Plus, an exclusive interview with Carolina Panthers LT Ickey Ekwonu. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers may be figuring it out at the right time

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 22:39


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales potentially getting it together to make a run at the NFL Playoffs and the NFC South title. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers have complete team win in 31-28 victory over LA Rams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 21:51


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea the Carolina Panthers getting big plays from their defense and Bryce Young in their 31-28 win over the Los Angeles Rams, where LA Rams QB Matt Stafford turned the ball over three times in the loss. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers and Bryce Young have their work cut out against the LA Rams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 19:42


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales needing to keep pace with the Los Angeles Rams in order to stay alive in the 2025 NFL Playoffs race. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers struggle on offense in 20-9 loss to San Francisco 49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 25:43


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales struggling again in the 20-9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    How will Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers handle the playoff push?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 25:11


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers facing the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night football with a chance to increase their playoff chances, and if QB Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales can build off of their strong performance against Atlanta. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Bryce Young has career day in Carolina Panthers 30-27 win over Atlanta Falcons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 23:22


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young having the best game of his career in a 30-27 OT win over the Atlanta Falcons. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales have not clicked

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 24:54


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the lack of downfield passing by Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young, and how there's still a level of disconnect between Young and head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Bryce Young looks terrible in Carolina Panthers 17-7 loss to New Orleans Saints

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 21:47


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing 17-7 to the New Orleans Saints, including another poor performance by quarterback Bryce Young. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers now have real playoff expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 20:57


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the New Orleans Saints in Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season with the Panthers having realistic expectations of making the playoffs. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Rico Dowdle carries Carolina Panthers to 16-13 win over the Green Bay Packers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 23:57


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers getting a big 16-13 win over the Green Bay Packers, including another big day by Rico Dowdle, the Panthers defense, and Dave Canales having the right game plan to slow down Jordan Love and the Packers offense. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    What grade does Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young receive so far this season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 39:00


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers recent run of injuries on the offensive line, Bryce Young, and hand out midseason grades for Dave Canales and others. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Carolina Panthers look dreadful in 40-9 loss to the Buffalo Bills

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 20:50


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers losing 40-9 to the Buffalo Bills, including Dave Canales sticking with his approach with Rico Dowdle & Chuba Hubbard, a terrible day for the run defense, and subpar play from Andy Dalton. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    Can Andy Dalton lead the Carolina Panthers to an upset win over the Buffalo Bills?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 23:28


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales shouldn't change his game plan against the Buffalo Bills if Andy Dalton has to fill in for Bryce Young at quarterback. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

    BREAKING: Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young to miss time due to ankle injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 11:52


    Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the news that Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young will miss at least the game against the Buffalo Bills due to an ankle injury, which put Andy Dalton in line to start for head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics. 

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