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Panthers season opener week is here, and Two Growls One Roar brings you the full breakdown of everything owner David Tepper, head coach Dave Canales, and quarterback Bryce Young said before Carolina hosts the Chicago Bears at Bank of America Stadium.Tepper didn't hold back — correcting a reporter's framing of his "point guard" comments on Bryce Young with a sharp "try again," while reaffirming he's still a believer in Young's ceiling. He punted on extension questions ("that's a question for Dan Morgan"), set the bar at two straight winning seasons for the first time in franchise history, and opened up about the ongoing practice facility renovation.Dave Canales ran through the Week 1 injury report — Pat Jones is out, Jonathan Brooks and Bobby Brown are trending in the right direction — before diving into the real theme of his presser: building a fast-start culture after years of slow starts sinking this team. He also explained why rookie Lee Hunter earned a starting nose tackle role and broke down his respect for Chicago's coaching staff, Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen.And Bryce Young addressed the Baker Mayfield extension comparison head-on, insisting he's genuinely happy for his fellow 2023 draft classmate and unbothered by his own contract situation. He also opened up about his father's new book, "Growing Up Young," why he refuses to set long-term individual goals, and what's actually changed in his pre-snap operation heading into a pivotal season.Three different voices, one clear picture of where this Panthers team stands heading into Week 1. Subscribe to Two Growls One Roar for full Panthers, Hornets, and Gamecocks coverage all season long. Keep Pounding.

Week 1 is here, and instead of staying inside our own building, we went behind enemy lines to break down everything coming out of Chicago before the Bears travel to Bank of America Stadium. In this episode of Two Growls One Roar, we dig into Ben Johnson's and Caleb Williams' Tuesday press conferences, and the results are surprising — a first-year head coach who clearly respects what Dave Canales and Dan Morgan have built, and a third-year quarterback who sounds like a completely different player than the one who took the field a year ago.Ben Johnson doesn't hold back on Carolina's defensive turnaround, calling out the guard duo up front as "about as good as you'll see in football" and naming Devin Lloyd as a problem his staff is specifically preparing for. We also break down his candid answers on avoiding the "biting off more than you can chew" trap that's bitten Chicago in years past, how the coaching staff handles unscouted looks with real-time sideline adjustments, and what he's seeing from Caleb Williams heading into year three.Then we get into Williams himself — 238 days removed from his last game, now a three-time captain, and noticeably more confident in his command of the offense. We cover his growth in recognizing defenses, his approach to explosive plays versus checkdowns, and even the lighter stuff, like sneaking into a Cubs game in disguise and his ongoing mustache experiment.From there, we go full data mode: a completely rebuilt, live-style matchup capsule covering every relevant 2025 team stat, both quarterbacks' full season lines, defensive leaders, and team notes for both sides — plus a full breakdown of advanced Next Gen Stats insights on pressure rates, coverage tendencies, and route data for Tetairoa McMillan, Bryce Young, Caleb Williams, and more. We close with a key-takeaways summary distilling all of it down to the matchups that actually decide Sunday — turnover margin, Carolina's revamped pass rush, and the man-coverage battle brewing between Chicago's secondary and Carolina's rookie sensation.If you want the full scouting report before kickoff — quotes, context, and the numbers behind them — this is the one to watch before Sunday's 1 p.m. kickoff on FOX. Keep Pounding.

He came, he saw, and he dominated. Tetairoa "T-Mac" McMillan isn't just a prospect anymore—he's your NFL Rookie of the Year and officially a Top 5 Wide Receiver in the league. After a season that silenced every critic and electrified the Carolinas, we are breaking down how T-Mac turned the "blueprint" into a historic reality for the Carolina Panthers.In this video, we dive deep into the film from his award-winning rookie campaign. We analyze how his elite catch radius and "dog" mentality translated seamlessly to the professional level, turning Bryce Young into a true franchise quarterback. From the game-winning catches to the way he commanded double teams and still produced, T-Mac has proven he is the generational talent we knew he could be.We're looking at the stats that matter: the 1,000+ yard season, the double-digit touchdowns, and the consistency that earned him the ROTY hardware. But more importantly, we're discussing his impact on the Panthers' locker room and the culture Dan Morgan is building in Charlotte. Is T-Mac already the greatest receiver to ever wear a Panthers uniform? We compare his rookie numbers to the legends and show why the ceiling is even higher for year two.For every Panthers fan who rode with us during the draft process, this is the victory lap. We explore the scheme fit that unlocked his potential and why the rest of the NFC South is officially on notice. The "T-Mac Era" is here, and it's even better than we imagined.We want to hear from you—where do you rank T-Mac among all NFL wide receivers right now? Is he a Top 3 lock, or is Top 5 just the beginning? Let's celebrate a historic season and talk about what's next for our Rookie of the Year.

TONIGHT on the C3 Panthers Podcast, the C3 crew discuss all the latest Carolina Panthers news including…-Dan Morgan's decisions to part ways with Chandler Zavala & Trevin Wallace-Carolinas decision to keep Haynes King on the roster as QB 3-Bobby Okereke & Darren Waller have new numbers that were previously held by Panthers legends-Key players signed to the practice squad

In the third hour, Mac & Bone react to all the sound from both Dan Morgan & Dave Canales, after they met with the media yesterday, after setting their 53-man roster, Aaron Murray joins to gives us an in-depth preview of the SEC football season, before Wednesday's Random Crap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mac & Bone start Thursday's show, going over the injury updates Dan Morgan & Dave Canales offered yesterday over at The Bank, they react to what they had to say about the Panthers current 53-man roster, before playing all the sound bites from Dabo Swinney's presser ahead of Saturday's showdown at LSU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone react to the narratives around Bill Belichick, and the change in tone after UNC's upset win over TCU, Adam Gold joins to talk both ACC football, & Dan Morgan's drafting issues, before they address NC State fans, after another laid egg under Dave Doeren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined by Adam Gold, from 99.9 The Fan, as Goldy talks about the results from both UNC & NC State from Week 0 of college football, he weighs in on the conversation around Dan Morgan's drafting as the GM of the Panthers, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour, Mac & Bone come to the defense of Panthers GM Dan Morgan, after many Panthers fans have started voicing their displeasure with the returns of his draft classes, the Stro Show returns, as Ashley Stroehlein gets the full run down of Fitty's dating life, they preview the night in sports, they read funny texts, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In the third hour, Mac & Bone debate if what they saw from UNC & NC State on Saturday was a sign of things to come for the rest of the season, Cory Smith joins to talk through State's disappointing loss to Virginia, & they talk about the two new additions Dan Morgan made to the Panthers defense See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea reacted LIVE to the Carolina Panthers initial 53-man roster assembled by general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales, including what moves are still to be made ahead of the Panthers' Week 1 NFL matchup against the Chicago Bears at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.  Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopaedics. https://www.wakemed.org/wakemed-wake-orthopaedics Find us anywhere!  The Fan App for iPhones: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/99-9-the-fan/id6749218703The Fan App for Androids: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bal.thefan&pcampaignid=web_share&pli=1Website: https://www.999thefan.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/999thefanX (Formerly Twitter): https://x.com/999TheFanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@999thefanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/999thefan/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/99.9TheFan #CarolinaPanthers #KeepPounding #NFL #Football #profootball #professionalfootball #NorthCarolina #Carolina #Panthers #999thefan #sports #NFLdraft #nflplayoffs #playoffs #nflnew #Charolette #CharoletteNC #SC #SouthCarolina #onecarolina #QueenCity #Quarterback #Superbowl #bryceyoung #davecanales #nfldraft #2026nfldra

The clock is ticking in Charlotte! With the NFL's 53-man roster deadline moved up to Sunday at 6:00 PM ET, general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales are making aggressive, game-changing moves to shape the 2026 Carolina Panthers. In this episode of Keep Pounding Daily, we dive headfirst into the explosive news shaking up Bank of America Stadium, starting with the blockbuster addition of veteran middle linebacker Bobby Okereke on a one-year deal.After weeks of monitoring an intense preseason positional battle between Trevin Wallace and Claudin Cherelus to start alongside offseason addition Devin Lloyd, the Panthers front office decided they needed a proven, battle-tested commander in the middle of Ejiro Evero's defense. Okereke—a former team captain and Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee who has racked up 130-plus tackles in four of his last five seasons—instantly elevates the ceiling and leadership of this entire unit. We break down what Okereke brings to the field, how quickly he can get up to speed without a preseason ramp-up, and what his arrival means for the young linebackers fighting for snaps.However, bringing in high-caliber talent means making tough sacrifices, and the first wave of roster cuts has officially hit the wire. Carolina has parted ways with eight players to begin clearing space. We analyze the decisions to waive defensive tackle Kyon Barrs, wide receiver Elijah Cooks, running back Miles Davis, defensive tackle Tywone Malone, tight end Caden Prieskorn, and wide receiver Roc Taylor. Plus, we cover the injury-related departures of offensive tackle Ryan Hayes (waived-injured) and core special teamer Dan Chisena (released from IR with an injury settlement). What do these early wide receiver and interior defensive line cuts tell us about the final positions on the bubble? Which of these promising young prospects are most likely to clear waivers and return on the practice squad?Finally, we run through the numbers to see where the Panthers stand right now. With approximately 30 roster moves still required before tomorrow's 6:00 PM deadline, who is on the hot seat, which position groups are locked in, and where could Dan Morgan strike next on the waiver wire? Tune in for complete tactical analysis, depth chart breakdowns, and initial reactions as Carolina builds its 53-man squad for the regular season!

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers beating the Houston Texans, 16-13, and how general manager Dan Morgan, EVP Brandt Tillis, and head coach Dave Canales have big decisions to make at running back, linebacker, and wide receiver. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopaedics. https://www.wakemed.org/wakemed-wake-orthopaedics

When Dan Morgan stepped into the General Manager role for the Carolina Panthers, he brought a unique blueprint to the front office. As a former Pro Bowl middle linebacker who set a Super Bowl record with 25 tackles, Morgan knows exactly what a championship-caliber interior defense requires. But has his aggressive reconstruction of the inside linebacker room actually fixed the position, or has it exposed deeper roster-building flaws?In this deep dive, we break down every single off-ball linebacker transaction under Morgan's tenure—from initial veteran stopgaps to shocking free agency U-turns. We trace the initial 2024 blueprint when Morgan brought in veteran Josey Jewell, re-signed core depth, and targeted Justin Strnad before his sudden change of heart. We examine how Morgan navigated unexpected adversity when Jewell was forced into retirement due to lingering concussion symptoms, forcing the front office to scramble with bridge options like Christian Rozeboom and waiver wire claims like Maema Njongmeta.The core of the debate lands heavily on Morgan's draft philosophy. In 2024, the Panthers selected Kentucky's explosive 21-year-old athlete Trevin Wallace at Pick 72, passing on local NC State legend and Bednarik/Butkus award winner Payton Wilson, who slid to Pittsburgh at Pick 98 due to long-term medical red flags. We go head-to-head on the stats between Wallace and Wilson to analyze whether Morgan's bet on youth and athletic traits over immediate college production was the right call. Finally, we look at the boldest stroke of Morgan's tenure: handing Jacksonville star Devin Lloyd a lucrative multi-year contract in free agency to pair alongside Wallace and form a premier sideline-to-sideline tandem. With former UDFAs like Bam Martin-Scott pushing for developmental depth and constant roster trimming underway, we ask the ultimate question: Has Dan Morgan done enough to turn the middle of Carolina's defense into a dominant force, or are the Panthers still walking a dangerous line at inside linebacker?

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss and project the initial 53-man roster for Carolina Panthers as training camp comes to a close, including tough decisions at wide receiver for general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

Should the Carolina Panthers bring back Shaq Thompson? In this episode, we break down why a reunion with the former franchise leader makes sense for Ejiro Evero's defense, how he fits alongside Devin Lloyd and Trevin Wallace, and what a realistic contract look like for Dan Morgan and the front office.We also explore potential free agent and trade alternatives at inside linebacker if a reunion doesn't happen.Topics Covered in Today's Episode:Should Carolina sign free agent Shaq Thompson?Shaq's fit, veteran leadership, and green-dot presence in Evero's 3-4 schemeContract expectations and risk assessmentTop ILB free agent & trade targets (Bobby Wagner, Bobby Okereke, Ivan Pace Jr., and more)Drop a comment below with your thoughts — would you bring Shaq back to Charlotte, or is it time to target a new face at inside linebacker?Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss a video!

Carolina Panthers Radio Network veteran Jim Szoke joins the show for an exclusive look at the final preseason push. We analyze position battles on the bubble, surprise cuts, and how Dave Canales and Dan Morgan are finalizing the 53-man roster.

Training camp is officially wrapping up, and the pressure is on in Charlotte as head coach Dave Canales and general manager Dan Morgan prepare to trim the roster down to 53 players. With multiple high-stakes position battles taking shape and injury news altering depth charts, predicting how this final group shakes out requires looking at dynamic usage, special teams value, and training camp momentum.On offense, Bryce Young steps into a pivotal season anchored by a fortified offensive line featuring Damien Lewis and Robert Hunt, while rookie depth continues to develop across the unit. The running back room carries significant punch with Chuba Hubbard, Jonathon Brooks, Trevor Etienne, and A.J. Dillon providing versatile backfield options. The real drama, however, lies in the wide receiver room. Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Legette, and Jalen Coker lead the charge, but Brycen Tremayne has pushed his way onto the 53-man roster with an undeniable camp performance, jumping ahead of veteran David Moore. That leaves Moore, John Metchie III, and Ja'seem Reed fighting on the bubble for the final active spots. Meanwhile, the tight end room expands to five, featuring veteran pass-catcher Darren Waller alongside Tommy Tremble, Mitchell Evans, Ja'Tavion Sanders, and hybrid weapon Feleipe Franks, whose versatility on special teams and short-yardage packages gives the offense a distinct edge.Flipping over to the defensive side of the ball, the season-ending injury to edge rusher Nic Scourton drastically reshuffles the outside linebacker dynamic. With Scourton bound for injured reserve, Carolina relies on Jaelan Phillips, Pat Jones II, and Princely Umanmielen to lead the pass rush, while Cam Gill and Thomas Incoom slide into vital depth roles to secure the rotation. Up front, Derrick Brown anchors a stout interior defensive line, complemented by Bobby Brown III and key rotation pieces.The middle of the defense remains anchored by a dynamic linebacker corps featuring Devin Lloyd and second-year playmaker Trevin Wallace, backed by Isaiah Simmons, Claudin Cherelus, and Jackson Kuwatch. In the secondary, trim decisions at cornerback create lean depth behind cornerstones Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson, opening up roster space to maintain four safeties—led by Tre'von Moehrig and Zakee Wheatley—to bolster deep coverage and special teams units. Ryan Fitzgerald, Sam Martin, and reliable veteran JJ Jansen round out special teams to complete a balanced 53-man group ready for Week 1.

Mac & Bone are joined by Aaron Duncan, host of the Panthers Collective Podcast, as Dunc helps recap the loss to the Bills, he tells you what stood out to him on both sides of the balls, which areas of the team he's most concerned about after two preseason games, & if he expects Dan Morgan to make another roster move this preseason See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour of the show, Mac & Bone are joined in studio by Hornets HC Charles Lee, who talks about yesterday's schedule release for the Hornets, they debate which position Dan Morgan should look to add to next on the Panthers roster, they preview the weekend in sports, they read funny texts, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do the courtroom and Survivor have in common? More than you might think. The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 279 features Sydney Segal, public defender, former Division I athlete, and competitor on CBS Survivor 41 and MTV's The Challenge. Sydney's Lawyer Story is anything but conventional. From competing as a Division I runner at Columbia University to law school, reality television, and ultimately becoming a public defender, Sydney has built a life around competition, advocacy, and standing up for what she believes in. At the center of her legal career is a strong belief in due process, the presumption of innocence, and the fundamental goodness of people. We discuss why she chose public defense and what it means to advocate for people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We also talk about an innovative initiative Sydney helped create while working in Los Angeles after recognizing that some criminal defendants were missing court simply because they lacked reliable transportation. Sydney worked to establish a program with Uber providing ride vouchers to help defendants get to court—a creative solution designed to prevent a transportation problem from becoming another reason for someone to end up back in jail. Sydney also shares how growing up with a lawyer for a father influenced her path, and how the competitiveness and resilience she developed as an athlete—and later tested on Survivor and The Challenge—show up in her work as a lawyer today. Survivor. The Challenge. The courtroom. One incredible Lawyer Story.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone play sound from the national college media, talking about their outlook for local college football teams like Clemson & NC State, they praise Dan Morgan for the overhaul he's led in regards to the Panthers roster, & they have an ask the audience segment about sloppy joes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building a brand is exciting. Protecting it is essential. The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 278 features Danielle Garno, fashion, beauty, and luxury goods attorney, General Counsel at FIT:MATCH.ai, Partner at Daniel Ebeling Maccia & Cohen, entrepreneur, and Adjunct Professor of Fashion Law at the University of Miami School of Law. After building a successful career in Big Law, Danielle has become a trusted advisor to startups, emerging companies, and global luxury brands, helping them navigate intellectual property, licensing, advertising, social media marketing, regulatory compliance, and the legal challenges that come with building enduring brands. In this conversation, we discuss Danielle's journey from Big Law to leadership, why she chose to focus on fashion and luxury brands, the intersection of law, entrepreneurship, and innovation, and how lawyers can help businesses protect and grow their most valuable assets from day one. A fascinating conversation about branding, business strategy, entrepreneurship, and the evolving role of lawyers in today's innovation economy. This episode is presented by CallRail. Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth. Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter. Start your free trial: https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories Join us at REVCON 2026. If you've heard of RevCon before, this is the next revolution. Hosted by Dan Morgan, Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, litigation, and AI.

"The best time to plan your exit isn't when you're ready to retire - it's years before." The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 277 features Tom Lenfestey, Attorney, CPA, Founder & CEO of The Law Practice Exchange, the national leader in law firm brokerage, valuation, succession planning, and legal M&A. After years of practicing law and working as a CPA, Tom recognized a problem few attorneys were talking about: countless lawyers spend decades building successful firms without a plan for what happens next. Through The Law Practice Exchange, he's helped hundreds of law firm owners understand the value of their practices, prepare for succession, and transition their firms on their own terms. In this conversation, we discuss why lawyers wait too long to plan their exits, how to build a law firm with transferable value, the growing impact of private equity and alternative ownership structures, and the key strategies every firm owner should consider years before retirement. We also discuss Tom's new book, The Exit Blueprint, a practical guide to protecting your firm's value and legacy. A must-listen conversation for law firm owners thinking about growth, succession, and the future of their practice. This episode is presented by CallRail. Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth. Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter. Start your free trial: https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories Join us at REVCON 2026. If you've heard of RevCon before, this is the next revolution. Hosted by Dan Morgan, Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, litigation, and AI.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone talk about the pressure building on Bill Belichick at UNC, and the likelihood he's coaching for his job this season, with Vita Vea wanting out of Tampa Bay, they debate if Dan Morgan should be on the phone trying to work a trade, before a Wednesday edition of What the Bleep See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 2nd hour of the show, Kyle reacts to Vita Vea wanting to be traded right as Baker's holdout ends and how this could have a major impact on the race for the NFC South, and Kyle weighs in on some of what Coach Canales and Dan Morgan had to say to Mac & Bone earlier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour of the show, Mac and Bone talk with Bryce Young about where he sits heading into this year, discuss where the roster sits early in training camp with Dan Morgan and chat with Jalen Coker ahead of what could be a breakout season for him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Carolina Panthers suffered their first major gut-punch of training camp on Thursday, and it's a season-altering one. Second-year outside linebacker Nic Scourton — the No. 51 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Texas A&M — went down with a torn ACL in his right knee during team drills on a wet practice field. He was carted off as teammates and head coach Dave Canales gathered around him, and while Scourton is reportedly going to seek a second opinion, the early expectation is that he's done for the entire 2026 season.In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the injury, what it means for Carolina's defense, and how the front office is already responding.Scourton was penciled in as one of the key building blocks of a retooled pass rush, expected to work opposite big free-agent addition Jaelan Phillips. The plan was for those two to form a legitimate one-two punch off the edge for a defense that, frankly, needed to look drastically better in 2026 after finishing near the bottom of the league in most defensive categories last year. Losing Scourton before a single preseason snap is exactly the kind of setback that can derail those plans before they even get off the ground.But give the front office credit — they didn't sit on their hands. Within a day, Carolina agreed to terms with outside linebacker Cam Gill, who actually has ties to the organization already, having appeared in 10 games for the Panthers back in 2024. Gill spent the interim playing in the UFL, where he just wrapped up a monster season with the Louisville Kings, racking up 11.0 sacks and taking home UFL Defensive Player of the Year honors. It's a smart, low-cost move to add an experienced body with recent production, but let's be real — replacing a former second-round pick's long-term upside with a depth signing is not a perfect swap.We'll also talk about who else is in the mix to soak up snaps at the position, including Patrick Jones II and Princely Umanmielen, and whether this injury pushes Dan Morgan to be more aggressive looking for outside additions before Week 1.This comes at a rough time for a Panthers team that's trying to build on last year's NFC South title and playoff berth. The margins in a division as competitive as the NFC South are razor thin, and losing a projected rotational piece on the edge before camp even gets going is not how you want to start.Make sure you're subscribed to Two Growls One Roar and the Keep Pounding Podcast for full training camp coverage all summer long — we're tracking every injury, transaction, and depth chart shakeup as Carolina prepares for a real run in 2026. Drop your take on the Scourton injury and the Cam Gill signing in the comments — do you think Carolina's pass rush can still get where it needs to be?

Mac & Bone start Thursday's show, talking about another injury to the Panthers defensive line, they talk about a frustrating result for Charlotte FC at The Bank last night, they play audio of Dan Morgan addressing the plan at RT, and Miles Bridges made some interesting comments while being introduced with the Suns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour of the show, Mac & Bone are joined by Darin Gantt, who offers a training camp primer, as the Panthers hit the practice field for the first time, they play audio of Dan Morgan, Derrick Brown & Rob Hunt, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News breaks to start the 2nd hour that Nic Scourton has officially been diagnosed with a torn ACL, as Kyle looks at how that hurts the depth of the edge room and tests the trenches even more, and Kyle weighs in on whether Dan Morgan should trust Patrick Jones and Princely to fill the void, or whether Dan should try to sign an edge rusher on the open market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 2nd hour, Willie reacts to Dan Morgan's first comments as training camp begins with what the plan will be on the O-Line without Taylor Moton, and Willie notes how multiple veterans have already heaped praise on one rookieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Success isn't about where you start—it's about having the courage to bet on yourself." The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 276 features Seth Bader, Founder of Bader Law, a leading personal injury and workers' compensation law firm serving clients throughout Georgia. Before launching his own firm with just $5,000, a computer, and relentless determination, Seth represented insurance companies. Today, he uses that insider knowledge to advocate for injured individuals, helping them navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. In this conversation, we discuss what it takes to build a law firm from the ground up, serving underserved communities, creating a strong firm culture, overcoming leadership challenges, and why success isn't measured solely by growth—but by the impact you have on your clients and team. A candid conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, leadership, and building a purpose-driven law practice. This episode is presented by CallRail. Integrated into your case management system, CallRail helps law firms capture every call, respond faster, spot high-value leads instantly, and drive growth. Join over 3,000 law firms using CallRail to follow up faster, land bigger cases, and grow smarter. Start your free trial: https://www.callrail.com/legal-services?utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=lawyer-stories Join us at REVCON 2026. Hosted by Dan Morgan, REVCON: Operational Anatomy of a Record-Breaking Year is a one-day, CLE-accredited event featuring 14 experts in marketing, management, technology, AI, and litigation.

Thirty sacks. Tied for 28th in the NFL. Dan Morgan called it "not acceptable" — then handed Jaelan Phillips $80 million guaranteed to fix it. In this Keep Pounding Podcast camp preview, we break down all nine edge rushers on the Panthers' 90-man roster and the most transformed room on the team.Phillips ranked ninth in the league with 73 pressures for the Eagles last season, and he's stepping into a scheme from the same Fangio family tree he thrived in. Across from him: Nic Scourton, who tied for the team lead with 5 sacks as a 20-year-old rookie and is everyone's Year 2 breakout pick. Princely Umanmielen gives them a legit third rusher, and behind them there's a genuine cutdown drama — including Patrick Jones II as a possible cap casualty.WHAT'S IN THIS VIDEO:The Jaelan Phillips signing, contract and fitScourton's rookie year and breakout caseUmanmielen's designated-rusher roleJones II, Gipson, Incoom and the bubble battleSack predictions for the 2026 defenseSubscribe to Two Growls One Roar for the rest of the series. How many sacks does this defense get in 2026? Predictions below.

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea were joined earlier in the summer by Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan to discuss Xavier Legette, the 2026 NFL Draft, head coach Dave Canales giving up play calling to Brad Idzik, and the upcoming 2026 NFL Season. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss who they think will make the initial 53-man roster for the Carolina Panthers, and how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales will have difficult decisions to make. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

The 2026 NFL schedule is officially locked in, and for the Carolina Panthers, it's time to have an honest conversation. Dave Canales and Dan Morgan have spent the offseason completely reshaping this roster — bringing in Jaelan Phillips, Devin Lloyd, and a rebuilt offensive line — but none of that matters until we see it tested against the best competition the league has to offer. And this schedule? It is going to find every crack in this team.In this video, we break down the six hardest games on Carolina's 2026 calendar, ranked from most brutal to most manageable, and explain exactly why each one is a genuine danger game.We start with the undisputed nightmare: Week 8 at Lambeau Field on Thursday Night Football. A short prep week, freezing late-October temperatures, and Jordan Love picking apart a secondary with limited practice reps is about as bad as a scheduling draw can get. Then there's Week 11, when Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens come to Bank of America Stadium for what promises to be the single greatest test of Carolina's new-look front seven. If Devin Lloyd and Trevin Wallace can't handle the run-fit responsibilities against Baltimore's heavy personnel, this one gets ugly fast.The prime-time slate doesn't stop there. Week 4 brings Dan Campbell's Lions to Charlotte for Sunday Night Football — a pure trench war that will tell us immediately whether Carolina's interior can compete with the best offensive line in football. Derrick Brown and second-round pick Lee Hunter are going to be pushed to their absolute limits. Week 6 puts the Panthers on the road in Philadelphia, coming straight out of their bye week into one of the loudest, most hostile environments in pro sports — Jaycee Horn in a heavyweight boundary battle against A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith all afternoon.Then comes the back half of the season. Week 12 sends Carolina to Tampa Bay on Monday Night Football, where Todd Bowles will dial up every disguised pressure in his playbook specifically designed to confuse Bryce Young. And Week 16 closes the gauntlet in Pittsburgh, where single-digit wind chills, T.J. Watt on the edge, and real playoff implications will make for the grittiest afternoon of the entire season.Each of these games represents not just a tough opponent, but a specific schematic challenge that will expose something about who the Panthers really are in 2026. Can Bryce Young operate on short weeks in hostile prime-time environments? Can the new-look pass rush win on the road? Does this defensive front have the discipline to hold up against elite run games? The answers are all inside this schedule.If you love Panthers football and want the full breakdown of what's coming, you're in the right place. Like the video, drop your predictions in the comments below, and subscribe so you don't miss a single breakdown all season long.Let's ride, Panthers fans. Keep Pounding.

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales signing WR Jalen Coker to a long term contract extension is great for both the Panthers and Coker, but also is similar to how the Carolina Hurricanes signed young players to contract extensions en route to winning the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup. Panthers Playbook is sponsored by Wake Orthopedics.

The Carolina Panthers' offseason has quietly turned into one of the more fascinating case studies in the NFL, and this video breaks down every angle of it. We start with the contract extension for wide receiver Jalen Coker, signed before training camp even opened. From his undrafted journey out of Holy Cross to becoming a building block at receiver, Coker opens up about why the timing mattered, how a recommitted diet and training routine helped him stay on the field, and what his growing chemistry with fellow young receiver Tetairoa McMillan could mean for the offense in 2026.From there, we shift to rookie minicamp, where Panthers legend Thomas Davis raised eyebrows comparing third-round pick Chris Brazzell II's route-running to All-Pro Justin Jefferson, while head coach Dave Canales pointed to a different comp entirely: former Panther Robby Anderson. After a First-Team All-SEC season at Tennessee, Brazzell is already generating buzz before he's played a single regular-season snap.We also cover the latest roster movement around the league. Longtime division rival Cameron Jordan is reportedly closing in on a new one-year deal to stay with the Saints, extending a 15-year run and a head-to-head history that hasn't been kind to Carolina. Meanwhile, former Panthers linebacker Jacoby Windmon has resurfaced with the Steelers after a winding path through two stints in Carolina.The centerpiece of this video, though, is the Rasheed Walker signing, and why it might be the smartest move of Dan Morgan's offseason. After Ikem Ekwonu's Wild Card injury left a hole at left tackle, Carolina needed a starter fast, at a position where the market price was roughly $20 million a year. Instead, they locked up a 26-year-old, 42-game starter on a one-year deal with a $4 million base and a $10 million incentive-laden ceiling, using the exact same financial blueprint that turned Rico Dowdle into a $12.25 million payday for Pittsburgh after a bargain season in Carolina. We break down the contract structure, why the incentive design protects the cap either way, and how this sets up Carolina for a potential premium compensatory pick down the line.Finally, we look at the quarterback room behind Bryce Young, whose fifth-year option is now locked in, and why a thin depth chart of Kenny Pickett, Will Grier, and undrafted rookie Haynes King has Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby and the supplemental draft on Carolina's radar.If you want the full picture of how this front office is building its roster, this is the video for you. Like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts on the Walker contract in the comments — is it the steal of the offseason?

The Carolina Panthers just extended Jalen Coker on a deal worth up to $35 million through 2029. On the surface, it's a payday for an undrafted breakout. But underneath, this might be Dan Morgan's most strategic move of the entire offseason — and it has massive implications for Tetairoa McMillan's next extension, Xavier Legette's future on the roster, and Chris Brazzell II's development timeline.

The Carolina Panthers made it official today — Jalen Coker is staying in Charlotte. The Panthers and their WR2 agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $35 million, with up to $41 million in incentives, locking the receiver in through the 2029 season. And if you know Coker's story, you know exactly how remarkable this moment really is.Two years ago, Jalen Coker walked into the NFL without a single team willing to use a draft pick on him. No fanfare. No guaranteed money. Just an undrafted free agent out of Holy Cross betting on himself with the Carolina Panthers. Most players in that position don't make the roster. Fewer still become a team's second wide receiver. And almost none of them sign multi-year extensions before their third season. Coker did all three.In today's video, we break down everything you need to know about this deal. We cover the contract details — three years, $35 million, up to $41M with incentives, Dan Morgan's first extension since taking over as Carolina's general manager — and what it signals about the direction of this franchise heading into 2026. This is not a team paying for potential. This is a team paying for production, for reliability, and for a player who has proven he can deliver when the stakes are at their highest.And let's talk about that playoff game. Wild Card night against the Los Angeles Rams. Jalen Coker went out and caught nine balls for 134 yards and a touchdown on the biggest stage of his career. That performance didn't just turn heads — it ended the conversation about his role on this offense. He is the WR2. Full stop.What makes Coker's story even more impressive is the consistency. Across two NFL seasons, zero drops on catchable balls. Zero. He confirmed that stat himself on the Panthers Huddle and reacted with the same quiet professionalism that has defined his entire time in Carolina — "I'm really just out there trying to make all the plays that come to me." That's it. No celebration. No theatrics. Just accountability and execution at the highest level, every single time.We also get into what this means for the wide receiver room as a whole. Thomas Davis called it the most complete WR room Carolina has had in at least ten years. Tetairoa McMillan is the WR1 and reigning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Xavier Legette is entering a make-or-break Year 3 with a new body and a chip on his shoulder. Third-round pick Chris Brazzell is already turning heads in minicamp. And now Coker is locked in for the next three years as the reliable, professional anchor that holds it all together.Training camp opens July 22nd. Nine practices and the Panthers play in the Hall of Fame game. This team is building something real — and today, they made sure one of its most important pieces isn't going anywhere.Subscribe, hit the bell, and Keep Pounding.

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.

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Sirius XM's Gary Williams joins the show to preview this week's PGA Championship. Panthers General Manager Dan Morgan stops by to share his thoughts on Bryce Young, the Panthers offseason and their expectations heading into the season.

Nick Kostos opens Tuesday's show with his thoughts on LeBron James' future in the NBA, and reacts to the Thunder sweep over the Lakers. Nick hits on Donovan Mitchell's second half explosion vs. Pistons, the NFL Schedule release, and his best bets for tonight. Dan Morgan, Gary Williams and Justin Termine joins the show.

Panthers General Manager Dan Morgan joins the show to discuss Bryce Young, Carolina's offseason, and their expectations heading into the season.

Rich and the guys break down LeBron James' uncertain NBA future after the Lakers' playoffs elimination at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Panthers GM Dan Morgan tells Rich why he'd like to see even less time between picks at the NFL Draft, breaks down Carolina's 2026 draft class, discusses the timeline for contract extension for QB Bryce Young, talks NFL Schedule Release, and more. Rich reacts to Donovan Mitchell's record-tying night in the Cavs' Game 4 win over the Detroit Pistons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices