Former NFL player, and ESPN analyst, Merril Hoge joins the show, as he defends his criticism of Drake Maye as an NFL prospect, and explains why no matter what scheme Bryce Young is playing in, he'll always limit the offense from being the best version of itself 

Former NFL player, and ESPN analyst, Merril Hoge joins the show, as he defends his criticism of Drake Maye as an NFL prospect, and explains why no matter what scheme Bryce Young is playing in, he'll always limit the offense from being the best version of itself

WES BRYANT

Charlotte native Wes Bryant comes to WFNZ as a host, producer, editor, and voice-over artist for the ACC Digital Network in Charlotte, North Carolina.  He was previously the host for ACC Digital Network’s Kickoff Live, a college football pregame show and Wes Got Range, a lifestyle show on which Wes explored and visited locally owned restaurants in Charlotte and interviewed local area athletes. 

Wes was hired for the 2021-2022 season as a pre and post-game co-host for Charlotte Hornets broadcast on Bally Sports South. 

In addition to his work at the ACC Digital Network, Wes is a regular contributor on Charlotte Sports Live on Fox 46 Charlotte, where he discusses and breaks down all the action in the NBA, NFL, NASCAR, and across NCAA basketball and football. 

He began his career in 2013 as a beat writer for the Charlotte 49ers of the C-USA Conference for Rivals.com.  Wes was previously a reporter and producer for The Melanie Clark Show on Radio One.  In 2007, Wes was an intern at WBTV, Channel 3, in Charlotte.

Wes is a former offensive lineman, and three-year letterman for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, graduated from the university in 2006.  He was a High School All-American football player at Vance High School in Charlotte.



WALKER MEHL

Walker grew up in Claremont, NC and played basketball at Bunker Hill High School. He then took his talents to UNC-Charlotte where he graduated in 2015.  Walker then started his broadcasting career in the Charlotte market the following year. Along with his start in radio, Walker began hosting the Locked On Hornets podcast in 2018 where his passion for the Hornets and the other local sports teams is apparent.  Prior to joining WFNZ as a full-time host, Walker has worked on the station in a number of different shows.

Growing up in and around the Queen City, Walker is a life-long fan and observer of the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the University of North Carolina.   Walker loves the outdoors, going out and spending time in Uptown and loves music as much as he loves sports.

WES BRYANT
Charlotte native Wes Bryant comes to WFNZ as a host, producer, editor, and voice-over artist for the ACC Digital Network in Charlotte, North Carolina.  He was previously the host for ACC Digital Network’s Kickoff Live, a college football pregame show and Wes Got Range, a lifestyle show on which Wes explored and visited locally owned restaurants in Charlotte and interviewed local area athletes. 
Wes was hired for the 2021-2022 season as a pre and post-game co-host for Charlotte Hornets broadcast on Bally Sports South. 
In addition to his work at the ACC Digital Network, Wes is a regular contributor on Charlotte Sports Live on Fox 46 Charlotte, where he discusses and breaks down all the action in the NBA, NFL, NASCAR, and across NCAA basketball and football. 
He began his career in 2013 as a beat writer for the Charlotte 49ers of the C-USA Conference for Rivals.com.  Wes was previously a reporter and producer for The Melanie Clark Show on Radio One.  In 2007, Wes was an intern at WBTV, Channel 3, in Charlotte.
Wes is a former offensive lineman, and three-year letterman for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, graduated from the university in 2006.  He was a High School All-American football player at Vance High School in Charlotte.
 
WALKER MEHL
Walker grew up in Claremont, NC and played basketball at Bunker Hill High School. He then took his talents to UNC-Charlotte where he graduated in 2015.  Walker then started his broadcasting career in the Charlotte market the following year. Along with his start in radio, Walker began hosting the Locked On Hornets podcast in 2018 where his passion for the Hornets and the other local sports teams is apparent.  Prior to joining WFNZ as a full-time host, Walker has worked on the station in a number of different shows.
Growing up in and around the Queen City, Walker is a life-long fan and observer of the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the University of North Carolina.   Walker loves the outdoors, going out and spending time in Uptown and loves music as much as he loves sports.

Wes & Walker” on Sports Radio 92.7 WFNZ,  Monday through Friday, 12pm – 3pm.  “Wes & Walker” is the combination of Charlotteans Wes Bryant and Walker Mehl.

Wes & Walker Show

Wes & Walker” on Sports Radio 92.7 WFNZ, Monday through Friday, 12pm – 3pm. “Wes & Walker” is the combination of Charlotteans Wes Bryant and Walker Mehl.

Wes &amp; Walker” on Sports Radio 92.7 WFNZ, Monday through Friday, 12pm – 3pm. “Wes &amp; Walker” is the combination of Charlotteans Wes Bryant and Walker Mehl.

Wes & Walker

Wes & Walker - Merril Hoge Interview

In the first hour of the show, the guys react to the Hornets being over .500 after last night's blowout win over Boston, tell you where they think the ceiling is right now for this team and take some calls on the Hornets.

In the first hour of the show, the guys react to the Hornets being over .500 after last night's blowout win over Boston, tell you where they think the ceiling is right now for this team and take some calls on the Hornets.

Wes & Walker Hour 1: Mama, The Hornets Made It

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In this edition of the Live Wire, the guys react to Grant Williams saying this is who the Hornets are now, Zach Lowe saying everyone should be rooting for the Hornets to make the playoffs and Jon Rothstein talking about his excitement for Caleb Wilson's return.

In this edition of the Live Wire, the guys react to Grant Williams saying this is who the Hornets are now, Zach Lowe saying everyone should be rooting for the Hornets to make the playoffs and Jon Rothstein talking about his excitement for Caleb Wilson's return.

Wes & Walker- Live Wire

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In the final hour of the show, the guys react to Dane Brugler's two-round post-Combine mock draft for the Panthers, give their thoughts on some of the best sound in local sports on the Live Wire and walk it off with predictions for tonight's hoops action.

In the final hour of the show, the guys react to Dane Brugler's two-round post-Combine mock draft for the Panthers, give their thoughts on some of the best sound in local sports on the Live Wire and walk it off with predictions for tonight's hoops action.

Wes & Walker Hour 3: Mock Draft Melee and Live Wire

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Wes & Walker - Merril Hoge Interview

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