Panthers Playbook

Panthers Playbook

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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Which Carolina Panthers made lasting impressions in preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss who the Carolina Panthers final game of the preseason against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and which players solidified a roster spot for head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan.

00:17:36
Aug 22, 2025 12:28 AM
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Carolina Panthers initial 53 man roster projections; Adam Thielen to be traded?

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss who the Carolina Panthers will keep on their initial 53-man roster, and if veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen will get traded before week 1of the 2025 NFL season.

00:28:10
Aug 21, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers have a lot of room to grow after preseason game vs Houston Texans

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers preseason loss to the Houston Texans, including much left to be desired from the offense and QB Bryce Young.

00:20:25
Aug 16, 2025 4:16 PM
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Carolina Panthers must show progress in preseason game vs Houston Texans

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers upcoming preseason game against the Houston Texans, and what should be expected from the defense, and looking forward to seeing Xavier Legette & Hunter Renfrow in action.

00:20:14
Aug 14, 2025 1:9 AM
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Carolina Panthers show some flashes in preseason game vs Cleveland Browns

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers first preseason game against the Cleveland Browns, including the performances of Tetairoa McMillan, Bryce Young, Corey Thornton, and others.

00:22:14
Aug 8, 2025 11:13 PM
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Carolina Panthers gain quality reps in join practice with Cleveland Browns

Dennis Cox and Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers and their joint practice with the Cleveland Browns, and what players to keep an eye on during their preseason game at Bank of America Stadium against Cleveland.

00:24:27
Aug 7, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers Fan Fest showed flashes

Dennis Cox talks about Carolina Panthers Fan Fest, including how Jimmy Horn Jr., Rico Dowdle, and others showed flashes on offense for head coach Dave Canales.

00:05:32
Aug 2, 2025 9:53 PM
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Carolina Panthers need to keep Hunter Renfrow; exclusive interview with Mike Jackson

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how Carolina Panthers WR Hunter Renfrow is earning himself a roster spot for head coach Dave Canales & GM Dan Morgan during training camp. Also, an exclusive interview with Carolina Panthers CB Mike Jackson.

00:24:13
Jul 31, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers start 2025 training camp:Tershawn Wharton exclusive interview

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss their observations of Day 1 of Carolina Panthers training camp, including an exclusive interview with DL Tershawn Wharton, as well exclusive sound with WR Xavier Legette.

00:19:27
Jul 24, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers start training camp with one major concern

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss how the Carolina Panthers have yet to sign 2nd Round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft Nic Scourton to a rookie contract, as well as concerns in the secondary. Plus, how the offense should take another step this coming season under Dave Canales & Bryce Young.

00:20:44
Jul 17, 2025 12:7 AM
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Expectations for Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young this season

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss realistic expectations for Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young for the 2025 NFL season.

00:17:42
Jul 10, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers Early 53-man roster projections

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea give early projections for the Carolina Panthers 53-man roster as training camp approaches, including questions at wide receiver, defensive back, and tight end.

00:23:03
Jul 3, 2025 12:7 AM
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Should the Carolina Panthers trade for Trey Hendrickson from the Cincinnati Bengals?

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers being a potential landing spot for Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson, and if going after Hendrickson would be a good move for GM Dan Morgan.

00:18:56
Jun 26, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers still have position holes to address

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers needs as training camp approaches for the 2025 NFL Season, including possibly signing safety Justin Simmons.

00:24:28
Jun 19, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers minicamp observations, and Jalen Coker exclusive

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers mandatory minicamp, observations & highlights from Charlotte, NC, and how head coach Dave Canales & RB Chuba Hubbard feel about the continuity from last season. Plus, an exclusive interview with WR Jalen Coker.

00:23:24
Jun 12, 2025 12:7 AM
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Expectations for Carolina Panthers rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers draft process by GM Dan Morgan to select Tetairoa McMillan No. 8 in the 2025 NFL Draft as shown on the latest episode of Panthers Blueprint, and how it helps Bryce Young.

00:21:56
Jun 5, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers need Xavier Legette & Tetairoa McMillan to complement each other

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers needing wide receivers Xavier Legette, and 2025 1st round pick Tetairoa McMillan to work well together for head coach Dave Canales & QB Bryce Young.

00:20:10
May 29, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers rookies that can stand out in 2025

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers rookies that can make an impact at Wide Receiver for head coach Dave Canales & QB Bryce Young.

00:21:29
May 22, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers announce 2025 NFL Schedule; Week 1 at Jacksonville Jaguars

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers 2025 NFL Schedule reveal, and why Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales must get off to a hot start.

00:22:01
May 15, 2025 12:1 AM
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Carolina Panthers DC Ejiro Evero must fix the defense

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan adding several free agents and draft picks to help out defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, and how Evero needs to turn around a historically bad defense to help compliment QB Bryce Young. 

Carolina Panthers draft picks: 1st WR Tetairoa McMillan | 2nd Edge Nic Scourton | 3rd Edge Princely Umanmielen | 4th RB Trevor Etienne | 4th S Lathan Ransom | 5th DT Cam Jackson | 5th Rd. TE Mitchell Evans | 6th WR Jimmy Horn Jr.

00:24:20
May 8, 2025 12:5 AM
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Make or Break year for Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young?

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan drafting Tetairoa McMillan with the influence of QB Bryce Young, and how everything is set for Bryce Young to be successful.

Carolina Panthers draft picks: 1st WR Tetairoa McMillan | 2nd Edge Nic Scourton | 3rd Edge Princely Umanmielen | 4th RB Trevor Etienne | 4th S Lathan Ransom | 5th DT Cam Jackson | 5th Rd. TE Mitchell Evans | 6th WR Jimmy Horn Jr.

00:23:04
May 1, 2025 12:7 AM
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Grading the Carolina Panthers 2025 NFL Draft, signing of Hunter Renfrow

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss the Carolina Panthers 2025 NFL Draft class, including how GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales have created competition on the roster.

Carolina Panthers draft picks: 1st WR Tetairoa McMillan | 2nd Edge Nic Scourton | 3rd Edge Princely Umanmielen | 4th RB Trevor Etienne | 4th S Lathan Ransom | 5th DT Cam Jackson | 5th Rd. TE Mitchell Evans | 6th WR Jimmy Horn Jr.

00:24:00
Apr 28, 2025 12:7 AM
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Carolina Panthers draft Nic Scourton & Princely Umanmielen

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan drafting Edge rushers Nic Scourton & Princely Umanmielen on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

00:08:34
Apr 26, 2025 8:37 AM
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Carolina Panthers select Tetairoa McMillan - was it the wrong move?

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea react LIVE to the Carolina Panthers first round draft pick of Tetairoa McMillan over Jalon Walker in the 2025 NFL Draft.

00:23:42
Apr 25, 2025 9:52 AM
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REACTION: Carolina Panthers select Tetairoa McMillan No. 8 in 2025 NFL Draft

Dennis Cox & Chris Lea react LIVE to the Carolina Panthers first round draft pick of Tetairoa McMillan over Jalon Walker in the 2025 NFL Draft.

01:51:16
Apr 25, 2025 1:9 AM
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