The Happy Half Hour is back and the Panthers’ 53-man roster is set. Darin and Kassidy break down John Metchie making the team, Bobby Okereke joining Devin Lloyd, Haynes King sticking around as QB3, and why Carolina’s improved depth has them feeling better heading into 2026.

Join Panther insiders Darin Gantt and Kassidy Hill each week for the Happy Half Hour, a weekly show about all things related to the Panthers - both on and off the field.

<p>Join Panther insiders Darin Gantt and Kassidy Hill each week for the Happy Half Hour, a weekly show about all things related to the Panthers - both on and off the field.</p>

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Happy Half Hour

Join Panther.com insiders Darin Gantt and Kassidy Hill each week for the Happy Half Hour, a weekly show about all things related to your Panthers - both on and off the field. 

<p>Join Panther.com insiders Darin Gantt and Kassidy Hill each week for the Happy Half Hour, a weekly show about all things related to your Panthers - both on and off the field. </p>

Happy Half Hour Episode 219: Time to Get to Work

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The Happy Half Hour officially kicks off the regular season, previewing the Panthers’ Week 1 matchup with the Bears. Darin and Kassidy discuss Bryce Young’s growth and confidence, the team’s revamped defense, and what to expect from rookies Monroe Freeling and Lee Hunter in their first NFL starts. They also revisit an exciting college football weekend before getting fired up for the return of football at Bank of America Stadium.

Happy Half Hour Episode 220: We Back, Baby

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Today on the Happy Half Hour, Darin and Kassidy recap the Panthers’ tough joint practice with the Texans, discuss Monroe Freeling’s welcome-to-the-NFL moment, and preview the final preseason game and upcoming roster cuts.

Happy Half Hour Episode 218: Lopsided

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This week in the Happy Half Hour, Darin and Kassidy recap the Jacksonville joint practice and preseason win, highlights encouraging performances from Jonathan Brooks, and discuss the developing chemistry in the secondary. They also preview the upcoming joint practice with the Houston Texans and discuss the difficult roster decisions ahead of the 53-man cutdown.

Happy Half Hour Episode 217: Roster Math

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Happy Half Hour Episode 219: Time to Get to Work

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