Locked On Panthers

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses how potential Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp trades could impact the landscape of the NFL. Plus, they also share their Super Bowl 59 Predictions and discuss who they think will take home Super Bowl MVP honors.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterhelpDiscover your relationship “green flags” with BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms Apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Fan

The Carolina Panthers' offensive line improvement in 2024 is primarily due to the roster changes made during the offseason aimed at enhancing the overall talent and depth in the interior offensive line, specifically at guard and center. However, the contributions of the tackles in 2024 cannot be overlooked, as Ickey Ekwonu experienced a bounce-back season at left tackle, while Taylor Moton remained steady at right tackle despite missing games for the first time in his Panthers career. Julian reflects on how the tackles performed last season.After three consecutive offseasons of restructuring the contract extension that Moton signed in the summer of 2021, the veteran right tackle is set to enter the new league year with the highest cap hit on the team, standing at $31,347,918. Considering the Panthers only have about $20 million in salary cap space, Moton's contract could be a hindrance to improving the roster. How should the Panthers navigate Moton's contract situation?The Panthers have already begun addressi

The Carolina Panthers aimed to strengthen the offensive line during the 2024 offseason and demonstrated their commitment to enhancing the talent within the interior by signing Robert Hunt and Damien Lewis to a combined $153 million on the first day of the legal negotiating period. In 2024, both Hunt and Lewis proved to be valuable investments, while second-year guard Chandler Zavala impressed with his development from season to season. Julian Council reviews the performance of the Panthers' guards in 2024.One of the biggest roster questions for the Panthers this offseason is who will start at center in 2025. Three players started at center in 2024, with Austin Corbett initially taking the role for the first five weeks of the season before suffering a season-ending bicep tear. This was followed by Brady Christensen for a few weeks before Cade Mays took over as the starter to finish out the season. Julian shares his thoughts on what the Panthers should do at center this offseason. Support Us By Supporting Our S

Since Greg Olsen's departure, the Carolina Panthers have consistently ranked among the bottom of the NFL in both tight end usage and production. However, with the selection of Ja'Tavion Sanders and his promising rookie season, it seems that Carolina has finally found Olsen's replacement five years after he left the team. A significant factor in Sanders' emergence in 2024 was the injury struggles of Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas. Julian Council reflects on the seasons of the Panthers' tight ends.How will the Panthers address the tight end position this offseason? Is this the end of the line for Ian Thomas in Carolina? Will Tommy Tremble be given an extension? What free agent options might be available to the Panthers?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterhelpDiscover your relationship “green flags” with BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedI

The Carolina Panthers are about a month and a half away from the start of free agency. With several needs on both sides of the ball, particularly on defense, which positions will the front office prioritize? Will they repeat last year's strategy of spending big on one position group?Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels mentioned that using virtual reality (VR) technology, starting from his time at LSU, helped him adapt to the NFL more quickly, contributing to his successful rookie season. Should the Carolina Panthers consider implementing VR into Bryce Young's training?Additionally, should the Panthers target a wide receiver with the No. 8 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft?Julian Council answers these listener questions in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxReady fo

The Carolina Panthers needed better wide receiver play in 2024, following a year in which the unit ranked among the worst in the NFL. The Panthers successfully improved as Adam Thielen continued to demonstrate his youth after more than a decade in the league; two rookies—Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker—showed promise, and David Moore had his best season in several years. While the Panthers saw those players perform, they missed out on Diontae Johnson as their potential number one receiver. Julian Council reflects on the season that was for the Panthers' wide receiver unit.The Panthers certainly have a stronger wide receiver roster heading into the 2025 offseason than they did in 2024, but do they have a true No. 1 receiver? Will the Panthers look to add one this offseason, especially since Tee Higgins is set to be a free agent? Could a trade for Garrett Wilson be a possibility?How will the Panthers approach the position in free agency? Is David Moore likely to re-sign? Will the Panthers choose to be frugal rat

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not the AFC or NFC has the best shot at winning Super Bowl 59 between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Plus they discuss the potential impact of Sam Darnold's upcoming free agency and which QB has the best shot at becoming a true rival for Patrick Mahomes.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert. Only available with TurboTax Live Full Service. Real-time updates only in the iOS mobile app. See guarantee details at TurboTax.com/guarantees. PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: htt

2024 was a standout year for Chuba Hubbard as he set career highs in rushing attempts (250) and rushing yards (1,195) while securing a four-year, $33.2 million contract extension, solidifying his status as a Top 10 RB in the NFL. While Hubbard's future is secure heading into the offseason, questions arise regarding Jonathon Brooks after he re-tore the ACL in his right knee after playing only three games in his rookie season. Julian Council reflects on the Carolina Panthers running backs' 2024 seasons.One potential beneficiary of Brooks missing more time in 2025 is Miles Sanders, who has not met expectations during his two seasons in Carolina but has two years left on his contract. The Panthers might choose to cut Sanders to free up salary cap space, but would the team be better off bringing Sanders back on a restructured salary to serve as Hubbard's backup once again?If Carolina decides to part ways with Sanders this offseason, what other veteran options might make sense for Dave Canales' offense?Support Us B

The 2024 season was a rollercoaster ride for the Carolina Panthers' quarterback position. The Panthers transitioned from benching Bryce Young to Dave Canales continuously supporting Andy Dalton, despite Dalton's performance declining and the team continuing to lose. Young eventually regained his starting role due to Dalton’s injury, claiming the position for the remainder of the year and solidifying himself as the starter for 2025. Julian Council reflects on how the Panthers' quarterbacks performed in 2024.Andy Dalton is set to become a free agent and will turn 38 during the 2025 season. Should Dalton return for his third year behind Young, or should the Panthers consider a younger backup option? If Carolina decides to part ways with Dalton, who are the best available options on the open market in March?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.

The Carolina Panthers are just over a month and a half away from the start of the 2025 NFL new league year. However, before they reach that date on March 13, when free agency officially begins, they will need to decide what to do with their 27 pending free agents. Who should stay, and who should go? Julian Council evaluates whether Andy Dalton should return as Bryce Young's backup at quarterback, which of the three players who started at center for Carolina this season will return, as well as how the free agent secondary and specialists will unfold. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert. Only available with TurboTax Live Full Service. Real-time updates only in the iOS mobile app. See guarantee details at

Bryce Young's performance in the second half of the 2024 regular season marked significant progress for the Carolina Panthers organization, and he is set to start again in 2025. According to Pro Football Focus, Young ranked as the sixth highest-graded quarterback in the NFL from Week 9 until the end of the regular season. Given how Young concluded the season and considering that most elite quarterback talent in the NFL comes from the AFC—such as Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow—can Young become a top 5 quarterback in the NFC by 2025?Dan Morgan made two calculated risks during his first draft as the Panthers' GM. First, he leveraged his assets to trade into the first round to select Xavier Legette, despite the South Carolina star wide receiver having only one standout season on tape. Then, in the second round, Morgan traded up again to pick Jonathon Brooks, who was recovering from a torn ACL. Did Morgan make mistakes in drafting Legette and Brooks, or is it too early to draw any concl

Will Dave Canales end up being the head coach who gives a eulogy for David Tepper at his funeral? That was the hope of the Carolina Panthers owner when he set out to find a new leader for the franchise last January. After benching Bryce Young two weeks into the season and starting with a rocky 1-7 record, Canales and Young helped turn things around as the Panthers finished 4-5 in the second half of the season, signaling that things might finally be improving in Carolina.Julian Council examines what Canales got right and wrong in his first season as the Panthers' head coach and whether Tepper has finally found the coach who will lead the franchise to sustained success. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Term

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Conference Championships in the AFC and NFC. Will the Buffalo Bills become the team of destiny and end the Kansas City Chiefs 'Villian' era? Can Jayden Daniels make history for the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts? Plus, the crew reacts to the latest hires in the NFL coaching cycle and touches on which jobs that are still open are the most appealing or unappealing.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply. PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your G

Has Dan Morgan proven that he can build a winner in Carolina? Julian Council examines Morgan's first year as the Panthers GM, evaluating his trades, comparing his free agency class to Scott Fitterer's, and examining the foundation set by the 2024 draft class. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms Apply. Download Gametime today

The Carolina Panthers' 2024 NFL Draft Class marked the beginning of the Dan Morgan era as General Manager. Did Morgan's inaugural class position the organization for long-term success? Julian Council evaluates the seven picks and the undrafted free agents who made an impact on the Panthers' 2024 season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first p

Dan Morgan entered his first free agency as the Carolina Panthers GM needing to address an offensive line that allowed 65 sacks in 2023 while also seeking to add several replacements on the defense. How did he perform? Julian Council evaluates Dan Morgan's first free agency class. Has Robert Hunt lived up to his $100 million contract so far? Was Damien Lewis the best signing in terms of value and production? Did Jadeveon Clowney's contributions match the impact the Panthers required?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TalkspaceAs a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/LOCKEDONNFL and enter promo code SPACE80.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Priz

The Carolina Panthers have some important decisions to make once free agency and the NFL Draft come around. How might they approach roster building heading into 2025? Julian Council answer listener questions on this Weekly Friday Mailbag episode. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purch

The Carolina Panthers entered Day 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft without a first-round pick due to trading up for the number one pick the previous year. However, Panthers GM Dan Morgan managed to secure a selection that night by calling the Buffalo Bills and trading up to take South Carolina WR Xavier Legette in the first round. While Legette potentially represents the Panthers' future WR1, his rookie year, although promising, did not measure up to the other rookie WRs taken in the first round or a few selected immediately after him. Did Morgan make a mistake in taking Legette?The Panthers continued their quest for offensive weapons on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, trading back in the second round before later trading up to select Texas RB Jonathon Brooks. The Panthers chose Brooks knowing he was coming off a torn ACL. Unfortunately for Brooks and the Panthers, he wouldn't debut until Week 12 and then would re-tear the ACL in his right knee three weeks later, ending his season and raising questions about his long-term fut

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Divisional Playoffs and shares their Bold Predictions including why the Los Angeles Rams will upset the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend and the latest news surrounding various NFL head coaching vacancies.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $

The Carolina Panthers were in desperate need of a wide receiver during the 2024 offseason. This need led them to trade cornerback Donte Jackson along with a sixth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Diontae Johnson and a seventh-round pick. What followed was a brief stint in Carolina, but it also answered the question of who would start opposite Jaycee Horn at cornerback in the coming seasons. Julian Council revisits the trades that brought Diontae Johnson to and from Carolina, as well as the true value the Panthers gained from making that deal nearly a year ago. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert—who’s ready to take your taxes off your plate, so you can focus on your day.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.PrizePicksDo