Tracy Smith Presser | September 10, 2026

Tracy Smith spoke to the media on Thursday.

Ejiro Evero spoke to the media on Thursday.

Brad Idzik spoke to the media on Thursday.

This week on the Happy Half Hour, Darin and Kassidy previews the Panthers' Week 1 home opener against the Chicago Bears, breaking down the matchup between Bryce Young and Caleb Williams, Carolina's revamped defense, and the impact of newcomers Devin Lloyd and Jalen Phillips. The crew also discusses the excitement surrounding football's return to Charlotte, Luke Kuechly's whirlwind Australia-to-Charlotte trip, and JJ Jansen's record-setting streak.

Jim Szoke and John Halpin help everyone set their fantasy football lineups, check the waiver wires for sleepers, and make bold predictions for week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

This week on Sideline Pass, Kristen Balboni and Sharon Thorsland preview the Panthers' home opener against the Bears, discuss Carolina's defensive additions and share memorable home opener stories. Later, Mitchell Evans joins to talk Notre Dame, his game-day routine and the Panthers' tight end room.

David Tepper spoke to the media following practice on Wednesday.

Dave Canales spoke to the media following practice on Wednesday.