Sideline Pass

About Sideline Pass

Get a front-row seat to Carolina Panthers football with Sideline Pass! Hosted by team reporters Kristen Balboni and Sharon Thorsland, this show takes you right into the heart of the action with exclusive insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and the latest buzz from Bank of America Stadium. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just tuning in, Kristen and Sharon bring you closer to the Panthers with in-depth analysis, player interviews, and their own firsthand experiences from the sideline.

Publisher

Carolina Panthers

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Sept 2024

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Sideline Pass Episode 45: BYE Week Recap + PHI Preview w/Lathan Ransom

   Kristen Balboni and Sharon Thorsland preview the Panthers’ matchup with the Eagles, discuss key injuries on both sides, and break down what Carolina needs to do to get a win in Philadelphia. Plus, Lathan Ransom joins the show to discuss his hard-hitting style, his biggest plays, and his interest in sports media. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Sideline Pass Ep. 44: Week 3 Recap + DET Preview w/John Metchie

   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. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

3. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Sideline Pass Ep. 43: Week 2 Recap and CLE Preview (feat. Will Lee)

   This week on Sideline Pass, Kristen Balboni and Sharon Thorsland recap the Panthers’ dominant win in Atlanta, highlighting Devin Lloyd’s historic performance, Bryce Young’s leadership, and the offense’s continued chemistry. Sharon then previews the Browns matchup before rookie cornerback Will Lee III joins the show to explain the origin of his nickname, “The Blanket,” and his transition to the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

69

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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