Tracy Smith Presser | October 1, 2026

Tracy Smith spoke with the media before Thursday's practice.

Brad Idzik spoke with the media before Thursday's practice.

Ejiro Evero spoke with the media before Thursday's practice.

This week on the Happy Half Hour, Darin and Kassidy preview Sunday Night Football against the Lions, discuss the Panthers' banged-up secondary and the young players stepping up, and break down Bryce Young's hot start and the need to establish the run game.

Jim Szoke and John Halpin help everyone set their fantasy football lineups, check the waiver wires for sleepers, and make bold predictions for week 4 of the 2026 NFL season.

This week on Sideline Pass, Kristen Balboni and Sharon Thorsland recap the loss in Cleveland, discuss the Panthers' growing list of injuries, and look ahead to Sunday Night Football against the Lions. Plus, Kristen and Thomas Davis sit down with John Metchie III to discuss his connection with Bryce Young, overcoming adversity, and his first touchdown as a Panther.

Dave Canales spoke with the media following Wednesday's practice.

Bryce Young spoke with the media following Wednesday's practice.