Processing Blue: A Panthers' Podcast

The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler talk about recent practices updates including how Darren Waller looked (3:05) before talking about the tight ends room (8:55). Then, they are joined by Zack Pearson with BearReport to preview the week one match-up with Chicago (11:15). They finish out with their picks for the best Panthers fantasy player (28:35) and predictions for Sunday (33:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Processing Blue podcast, Charlotte Observer Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler talks about the end of last season, training camp and their expectations for the Panthers this season. Then, Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker talks with Alex about coming to the NFL, joining the Panthers and the Love Like Adam Foundation. (12:50) Recorded live at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery at Ballantyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler break down the preseason win over the Jaguars, how Bryce Young looked, and winners and losers from the game (4:05) before diving into the team's injury situation (21:45). Then, they go over what is concerning about the team heading into the Texans game and what has them hopeful (31:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler offer their takes on the team's preseason loss to Buffalo where coach Dave Canales said the starters didn't "earn" more playing time (3:30). They also talk about how did and did not show up in the second preseason game (10:50). Then, they dig into the Darren Waller signing and what he could bring to the team (16:30) before previewing the third preseason game in Jacksonville (26:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler offer their first impressions of the team out of the first preseason game with the Cardinals (4:10). Then, they have the Haynes King (6:26) and the Jimmy Horn Jr. (11:50) conversations. Then, Scott talks about his trip up to Canton and Luke Kuechly's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions on the second week of camp and what's next for the Panthers after injuries to Chris Brazzell and Xavier Legette (2:05). But with two receivers down, one is stepping up: could Ja'seem Reed be an impact player this season? (6:40). Then, Paul Domowitch joins the show to speak with Scott Fowler about his new book on former Panthers legend Sam Mills, "Just Give Me a Chance to Fail: The Life of NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker Sam Mills." (15:45) Finally, Mike and Alex end the show with one player they're excited to see play at the Hall of Fame game this week. (40:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions of the first week of training camp, including a fight and what Bryce Young is up to. Then, they pick their offensive (9:45) and defensive (14:00) MVPs through the first four workouts. They end the show with whose stock is up (21:35) and who is down (33:30) so far through camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are most likely to make the team (3:25) and go over Mike's underdog list (11:45). Then, they dig deeper into the wide receiver room and who makes the team (18:25) as well as Jackson Kuwatch, the team's last pick. (27:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are definitely making the team out of training camp (3:15) and who are close to being a lock (26:05). They also discuss which players may be on the bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye and columnist Scott Fowler talk about Jalen Coker securing an extension and what that means for the young wideout (1:00). But does that change things for Xavier Legette now? (6:15) And is there a trade to be made among the wide receivers? (10:40) Then, they give their overall impressions of minicamp (13:55) and give one new player they're excited to see at training camp (17:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on the week of practice from WR David Moore and what he brings to the team (1:25). Then, they talk about what they make of Xavier Legette so far in camp (11:15). Former Panthers TE Dominique Dafney joins the show to talk about life after football, his tight end rankings and thoughts on a minicamp with Dave Canales (14:25). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (34:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs this week, including a number of players unavailable such as Tetairoa McMillan (1:10) and an update on Jonathon Brooks' status (4:00) before talking with former Panthers QB PJ Walker about retiring, his new venture and memories of playing in Carolina (7:10). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (32:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs so far, including a Bryce Young "blow up" (1:30) and how the rest of the quarterback class is looking (8:35). Then, they go over how Jonathon Brooks has looked early on (10:30) and early impressions of Jaelan Phillips and Devil Lloyd (13:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on what the Turk Wharton injury means for the team (0:50) and whether a free agent option makes sense (9:05) Then, they go over some of the favorite match-ups (11:10) and least favorite match-ups (15:10) from last week's schedule release before outlining the OTA battles to watch (18:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions from the first days of rookie minicamp (0:35) and dig into the Haynes King/Taysom Hill comparisons (8:20). Then, they go over some comments that Dave Canales made about the nickel cornerback position next season (19:08) and offer updates on injured players Jonathon Brooks, Robert Hunt and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow have a conversation about UDFA signing Haynes King (1:05) before digging into the other signings and who could make the team out of camp (11:15). Then, Panthers UDFA Aaron Hall joins the show to talk about playing for his home state team (19:15) before the guys finish up by looking at a potential free agent pick up for Carolina (34:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the entire NFL Draft class for the Panthers, starting with 19th overall pick Monroe Freeling (2:15). Then, Panthers 5th round pick Sam Hecht joins the show to talk about his journey to the NFL (20:45) before the guys finish up the draft class and also discuss impact from the team's UDFA signings (31:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down how the team sets the table at the NFL Draft this week (4:00) as well as ask whether or not they go WR or TE early. (17:30) Then, Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show (21:20) before the guys talk about Mike's new mock draft to close the show. (36:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down what Dan Morgan said in his pre-draft press conference (1:29), plus an exclusive interview with tight end Mitchell Evans (14:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler discuss the best draft nights in Panthers history and a position the team doesn't need to add to in a few weeks (1:20). Then, they are joined by Panthers legend Al Wallace to discuss the upcoming draft, how last year's team should cede to even better results this year and Al's path to the NFL (9:05). Finally, Alex and Scott give grades to the first two drafts under Panthers GM Dan Morgan (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices