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Panthers 2026 NFL Season Preview With Alex Zietlow
Ari Meirov is back with the 18th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Charlotte Observer reporter Alex Zietlow lending his expertise on the Carolina Panthers. Alex explains the pressure Bryce Young is feeling to earn a contract extension this season, why Chuba Hubbard is RB1, and what success looks like for the Panthers this year.
00:00 - Cold Open
00:24 - Show Intro & Panthers Optimism
04:15 - Organizational Calmness & Stability
07:37 - Dave Canales & Brad Idzik Play-Calling Shift
12:01 - Bryce Young's Make-or-Break Year 4
15:24 - Wide Receiver Depth & Chris Brazzell…
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