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The Carolina Panthers announced on Thursday morning that third-year cornerback Jaycee Horn would miss the rest of OTAs and minicamp with an injury to his left ankle and foot but is expected to be fully recovered in time for the start of training camp.Horn's injury is the latest of a string of setbacks that he's suffered since being drafted by Carolina in 2021. Horn missed the final 14 games of the 2021 season following a broken foot then missed time in 2022 dealing with a rid injury and a broken wrist that kept him out for the final two weeks.The injury history has now called into question Horn's durability, which he downplayed in a recent interview. How concerned should the Panthers be about Horn's pattern of injuries? Julian Council answers this question among other listener questions in the week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/lockedonnfl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNFL, they’ll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tum

After a busy offseason for the Carolina Panthers there's seemingly only one more thing to do: sign Pro Bowl EDGE rusher Brian Burns to a long-term contract. Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer has had multiple opportunities to trade Burns and declined. He also stated that "Burns will be here" when discussing the upcoming negotiations. Julian Council examines when fans should anticipate a deal to get done between the two sides.Burns isn't the only Panther without a multiyear contract. First-overall pick Bryce Young and second-round selection Jonathan Mingo have yet to come to terms on their rookie deals. Julian looks at the history of when first-round QBs signed to provide insight into when Young may come to an agreement.Plus, Tommy Tremble shared some interesting thoughts with Charlotte Observer on Tuesday. Julian takes a look at Trembel's role heading into 2023.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/lockedonnfl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNFL, they’ll throw in a free

Leonard Floyd will not be a Carolina Panther. The free agent EDGE rusher signed with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, ending the speculation that Carolina could be his next stop. The Panthers void at OLB opposite Brian Burns continues as the team enters its final week of OTAs. Julian Council reacts to the Panthers potentially "missing out" on Floyd and evaluates the remaining free-agent options.Is OLB the final piece the Panthers defense needs in order to be one of the NFL's elite units?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NE

There's a new coaching staff in Carolina but there are plenty of returning players on the Carolina Panthers roster that were brought in by the previous coaching staff. Meaning, their roles could diminish or increase under new head coach Frank Reich. Of those players drafted by Matt Rhule, which of them should step into key roles under Reich, and which are in danger of being cut from the roster come August?Julian Council answers this question among other listener questions in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expi

The Carolina Panthers enter June looking to finish installing the new schemes that will run under new head coach Frank Reich. According to Reich, the team is about halfway through installing the offense despite the absences of Hayden Hurst and DJ Chark. Reich provided an update on their status along with other details from Week 2 of OTAs.Heading into the offseason, Shaq Thompson was one of the prime candidates to be a salary cap casualty. Instead, Thompson and the Panthers agreed to a reworked deal to keep the captain in Carolina for the next two seasons. Julian Council details the terms of his agreement and why it was important for Thompson to remain in Carolina.Plus, Julian's thoughts on Hayden Hurst and Brady Christensen providing updates on their rehab and the progression of the Panthers offense.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every

Several NFL teams will be looking to clear cap space on June 1. Meaning that teams across the league could benefit from the sudden availability of top-tier players signing on for a reduced salary. Julian Council examines which potential post-June 1 cuts the Panthers could pursue.The list of Gregg Rosenthal's Top 100 available free agents still lists a few players that could help the Panthers in 2023. Julian looks at which of those players the Panthers should kick the tires on.Plus, the return game is one of the question marks heading into the season for Carolina. Julian evaluates the options the Panthers currently have on the roster along with whether they should look outside of the building for an answer.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRE

Following the trade of top receiver DJ Moore, the Carolina Panthers have rebuilt their wide receiver room throughout the offseason adding veteran slot Adam Thielen, former Pro Bowler DJ Chark, along with drafting rookie Jonathan Mingo out of Ole Miss. Despite the new additions, the Panthers still lack a true No. 1 receiving threat.Enter DeAndre Hopkins. The All-Pro receiver officially became available Tuesday afternoon after being cut by the Arizona Cardinals. Julian Council breaks down why Hopkins is a free agent, his potential fit in Carolina, and whether it makes sense for Hopkins and Carolina to come to make a deal.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in sele

The Carolina Panthers felt so strongly about Bryce Young that they were willing to give up a future first and second-round pick, including No. 1 wide receiver DJ Moore in order to trade up to the top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Panthers owner David Tepper confirmed their great belief in Young when he said on draft night that among the available quarterbacks in the draft Young gave the franchise the best probability to win multiple Super Bowl championships.No rookie quarterback has ever won a Super Bowl, so the expectations probably shouldn't be attached to Young this year. But what are realistic expectations for Young? Julian Council answers this among other listener questions in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to O

The Carolina Panthers are working through installing a new defensive scheme as defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero implements a 3-4 base defense. The Panthers have added several players that fit what Evero wants to do while asking numerous returning to players to transition into new roles.On Wednesday, defensive line coach Todd Wash, inside linebackers coach Pete Hansen, and outside linebackers coach Tem Lukabu all meet with the media to discuss what people should expect their respective units to look like in 2023. Julian Council provided his takeaways from the new scheme change in Carolina.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager onl

Who are some of the players that could have a breakout season for the Carolina Panthers in 2023? Julian Council breaks down which third-year, second-year, and veteran players can burst onto the scene for the Panthers during Frank Reich's debut season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800

The Carolina Panthers started the third phase of the offseason program on Monday. Head coach Frank Reich along with quarterbacks Bryce Young, Andy Dalton, and Matt Corral all met with the media to discuss the team's start to OTAs. Julian Council discusses what five storylines he's watching play out over the next few weeks.After the Panthers traded up to No. 1 and then signed Andy Dalton, many questioned what the future would be for Corral in Carolina. A draft night Instagram post only added to questions about his standing within the organization. Well, according to Reich, the Panthers remain invested in Corral. They demonstrated this on Friday when they cut fourth-string quarterback Jacob Eason in order to give Corral more reps. Julian examines the Panthers development plan for Corral.Plus, the NFL owners have passed several rule changes. Julian talks about how they impact the Panthers heading into the 2023 season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a can

After three tumultuous seasons under Matt Rhule, the Carolina Panthers have worked to clean up the image of the franchise and turn things around. Frank Reich has replaced Rhule as the head man in Carolina. He's also brought to Carolina a world-class staff. That staff and the front office identified several key free agents and then traded up to No. 1 to select Bryce Young as their quarterback of the future. Are the Carolina Panthers once again a serious franchise? Julian Council sat down with Vashti Hurt to look back on the offseason progress made in Carolina and to look ahead to the next few weeks as OTAs begin on Tuesday in Charlotte.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in s

The Carolina Panthers roster is about set as the team enters the third phase of OTAs next week. Which players are currently on the roster bubble as the team continues to evaluate the talent prior to training camp later this summer? Julian Council answers this among other questions in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to

The Carolina Panthers step into the next phase of OTAs on Thursday as they continue to install Frank Reich's philosophies. One position group that shouldn't have any issue adjusting is the offensive line. Offensive line coach James Campen and assistant Robert Kugler are two of three staffers to be retained from Matt Rhule's staff. Continuity shouldn't be an issue with their returns along with the return of the entire starting lineup. Has the Panthers offensive line gone from a major weakness to the team's greatest strength?Julian Council examines which position group is the strongest, which is primed for a massive turnaround, and which has the most to prove heading into the 2023 season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you

This offseason the Carolina Panthers welcomed two new coordinators along with a new head coach, Frank Reich. Thomas Brown has been tasked to coordinate the offense while Ejiro Evero will run the defense after a stellar one-year stint as the Denver Broncos defensive coordinator. Chris Tabor returns as the special team's coordinator with hopes of continuing the improvement of previous one of the leagues worst units.Brown, Evero, and Tabor all spoke with the media on Tuesday to provide an update on the state of affairs as the Panthers enter the next phase of OTAs. What will the offensive identity be under Brown? What's the plan for Jeremy Chinn and at outside linebacker? Who will be the primary returners this fall? Julian Council reacts to the answers to these questions provided by the Panthers coordinators.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake E

Over the weekend the Carolina Panthers conducted their Rookie Minicamp where top draft pick Bryce Young took the practice field for the first time as a Panther. The Panthers have stated that their plan is for Young to learn the offense and earn his role as the team's starter. Will Young be ready to start in time for the Week 1 matchup in Atlanta? Josh Klein, editor-in-chief at the Riot Report, joined Julian Council to discuss Young's first days as a Panther along with his thoughts on the other participants at the minicamp this past weekend.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that

The 2023 NFL Schedule is here! The Carolina Panthers will kick off the 2023 campaign by heading down I-85 South to face off against the divisional rival Atlanta Falcons before heading back home to play against division foe New Orleans on Monday Night Football. A game that could represent 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young's home debut.Julian Council breaks down the Carolina Panthers 2023 schedule.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA

The NFL schedule dates have finally been released and the Carolina Panthers now know when they'll face each of their 2023 opponents. The Panthers will play against each of the other three quarterbacks that the team evaluated leading up to the draft. Houston versus CJ Stroud, Indianapolis against Anthony Richardson, and at Tennessee to pay Will Levis a visit. Which of these games should Panthers fans be most excited to see?Julian Council answers this question among other listener questions in this week's edition of the Weekly Friday Mailbag.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who can take you on that journey of self-discovery from wherever you are.  Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don’t mi

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich and his new staff will provide new energy along with different philosophies in Carolina this season. With that also comes opportunity for players that were on the Panthers roster during the Matt Rhule era. Which players stand to benefit the most from the coaching change and the fresh start that comes with it? Julian Council examines.The NFL will finally release the full schedule dates for the 2023 season on Thursday night. Julian looks at the potential storylines heading into each matchup for the Carolina Panthers.Julian thinks that the Panthers should open the season at home against CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans. What is the ideal schedule for Carolina? Julian outlines his.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who can take you on that journey of self-discovery from wherever you are.  Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month.Built BarBuilt

The Carolina Panthers filled one of their biggest post-draft needs on Monday evening, re-signing veteran tackle Cam Erving. Now that the Panthers have filled the role of veteran swing tackle, what is the biggest remaining roster need? According to Julian Council, it's clear that the Panthers need to add a veteran EDGE rusher after failing to take one in the second round and going through the 2022 season without a legitimate presence opposite of Pro Bowler Brian Burns.Julian assesses the remaining free-agent EDGE options.It's only a matter of time until Burns and the Panthers agreed to a long-term deal. Could these negotiations be playing a role in the lack of an EDGE rusher signing?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who can take you on that journey of self-discovery from wherever you are.  Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes lik