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The Queen City Collective

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Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, Carolina Hurricanes and soon-to-be Charlotte FC coverage for the fans, by a fan. Hosted by Owen Watterson (@owattersonSI). Follow the pod @TheQCCollective on Twitter.
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37: Panthers 53-Man Roster Breakdown/Analysis & A New Co-Host

The Queen City CollectiveSep 06, 2021

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37: Panthers 53-Man Roster Breakdown/Analysis & A New Co-Host

37: Panthers 53-Man Roster Breakdown/Analysis & A New Co-Host

Joined by new Queen City Collective member Shawn Simmons, the new duo spends the entire episode going through every position group on the Carolina Panthers' roster, discussing each unit's outlook and some of the moves leaving more to be desired amongst fans. Follow the podcast on Twitter @TheQCCollective.

Sep 06, 202101:14:27
36: Terry Rozier Extension, Deshaun Watson Rumors W/ 'Nata Edwards

36: Terry Rozier Extension, Deshaun Watson Rumors W/ 'Nata Edwards

Joined by wfae producer and 1/2 of the Locked on Hornets podcast 'Nata Edwards (@NataTheScribe), Owen starts with Terry Rozier extension talks after over a week's worth of time to let the max deal sink in. The two also dive into some lineup ideas, LiAngelo Ball, and Charlotte's chances of seeing another Eastern Conference foe take a step back. To round out the episode, 'Nata helps Owen breakdown the recent rumor that the Carolina Panthers were one of two teams "close" to a trade for Houston Texans' QB Deshaun Watson. Follow the podcast on Twitter @TheQCCollective.

Follow Locked on Hornets: @LockedonHornets

'Nata's LOH co-host: @WalkerMehl

Aug 30, 202101:12:59
35: Rod Boone and Stanley McClover

35: Rod Boone and Stanley McClover

With two guests on this week's episode, Owen is joined in the first half by Rod Boone (@rod_boone) of Sports Illustrated's allhornets.com, starting with talk about LiAngelo Ball's chances of making the roster. No Terry Rozier extension talk except in the hypothetical world as this interview was pre-recorded one day before the breaking news, but Rod helps Owen hit on almost every major Hornets' offseason talking point. On the back half of the episode, Owen is joined by Stanley McClover (@smmccloverjr), former Carolina Panthers defensive end and brother of current Panthers defensive end Brian Burns. AKA HypemanLoochie by Panthers fans, Stanley talks Preseason game two with Owen, as well as playing with Julius Peppers, Jon Beason, and plenty more Panther greats before even getting to Brian Burns himself. Follow the podcast on Twitter @TheQCCollective and stay tuned into our website for in-depth written team coverage thequeencitycollective.com

Stanley McClover Interview Timestamp: 53:15

Aug 23, 202101:36:42
34: Hornets Roundup & Almost Calling J.T. Ibe's Hit W/ Walker Mehl

34: Hornets Roundup & Almost Calling J.T. Ibe's Hit W/ Walker Mehl

Joined by repeat guest of the show Walker Mehl (@WalkerMehl), cohost of Locked On Hornets and on-air personality for SportsCenter CLT and 730 The Game in Charlotte, Owen has a lot of topics to run through. Owen and Walker start with Hornets talk, rehashing everything from finalized Devonte' Graham details to Kelly Oubre joining the Hornets and HC James Borrego's extension. Talking Panthers on the backend of the episode, topics include rehashing left tackle problems, Sam Darnold and Justin Fields, as well as the Panthers' joint practices and unforeseen wide receiver competition. Follow the podcast on Twitter @TheQCCollective.

Aug 16, 202101:16:43
33: Hornets Free Agency W/ Brian Geisinger

33: Hornets Free Agency W/ Brian Geisinger

In an all Hornets edition, Owen (@owattersonSI) is joined by 1/4 of Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod's Brian Geisinger (bgeis_bird) to discuss everything from Devonte' Graham's departure and what it will mean for James Bouknight's rookie year impact to Lauri Markkanen's (almost) fit with the Hornets. Owen and Brian also briefly touch on Kelly Oubre Jr. before his name was official in Charlotte. More FA talk to come next Monday! Follow us on Twitter @TheQCCollective pod and check out our website, thequeencitycollective.com. Make sure to subscribe and rate the podcast if you'd like to help us grow. 

Aug 09, 202149:07
32: Sam Perley and Antwan Staley

32: Sam Perley and Antwan Staley

After a big NBA Draft haul for the Charlotte Hornets, hornets.com's Sam Perley (@sam_perley) joins the show with Owen (@owattersonSI) to talk about each of the draft picks on Thursday night and their fit in Charlotte next to budding superstar LaMelo Ball. On the back half of today, Antwan Staley (@antwanstaley), Winston-Salem native and former contributor for The Riot Report joins to discuss all things Panthers while Owen gives some observations from the first week of training camp. Follow the show on Twitter @TheQCCollective and rate/subscribe to the show wherever you can listen.

Aug 02, 202101:07:26
31: Panthers TE Colin Thompson, NBA Draft, Cam Reddish Trade Thoughts W/ Div B, NHL Expansion Draft

31: Panthers TE Colin Thompson, NBA Draft, Cam Reddish Trade Thoughts W/ Div B, NHL Expansion Draft

Covering 3/4's of the Carolina pro teams today, Owen is joined to start the show by Div Bhansali (@statcenter) to discuss remaining NBA Draft targets for Charlotte at pick No. 11 and the idea of trading back in the draft, including thoughts on a potential Cam Reddish acquisition from Atlanta. In the second portion of the show, Panthers tight end Colin Thompson calls Owen on his drive to training camp in Spartanburg and discusses everything from his offseason prep, time at Florida/Temple, Texas and Oklahoma, and new quarterback Sam Darnold. To finish off the show, Owen is joined by all three of thequeencitycollective.com's Carolina Hurricanes contributors to discuss all things Hurricanes offseason with the conclusion of the Seattle Kraken NHL Expansion Draft. Follow the podcast on Twitter @TheQCCollective.

Jul 28, 202101:50:42
30: Moton Extension, Miguel Ramirez Appointed Manager, NBA Finals, Draft W/ Mark Schindler
Jul 19, 202101:34:42
29: NBA Draft, Hornets' Center, Wing Problems W/ Richie Randall

29: NBA Draft, Hornets' Center, Wing Problems W/ Richie Randall

Joined by 1/3 of Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod's Richie Randall on this week's episode, Owen (@owattersonSI) and Richie (@RichieRandall) discuss NBA draft prospects starting with Tennessee's Keon Johnson and FSU's Scottie Barnes while ending with Davion Mitchell and how he could relieve the stress of bringing back either Malik Monk or Devonte' Graham in RFA. Owen and Richie also dive into Richaun Holmes as well as other potential fixes for the Hornets down low in free agency. Follow Buzz Beat (@BuzzBeatPod) on Twitter for constant Charlotte Hornets updates and analysis. Follow both other members of Buzz Beat as well: @QCHSpencer and @bgeis_bird.

Jul 12, 202146:52
28: Alaina Getzenburg and Sam Perley

28: Alaina Getzenburg and Sam Perley

In a full return for The Queen City Collective, host Owen Watterson is joined by Alaina Getzenburg, Carolina Panthers beat writer for the Charlotte Observer, for the first half of the show. Owen and Alaina touch on almost everything Panthers heading into training camp at Wofford, including new QB Sam Darnold and an ever-changing offensive line in front of him. The second half of episode 28 sees Sam Perley of hornets.com join Owen to talk Hornets offseason and little NBA playoffs. With certain offseason topics of controversy like the NBA Draft unable to be discussed in-depth, Sam helps Owen see the bigger picture of why Charlotte can't concern themselves too highly with the health of Gordon Hayward heading into his second year in the Queen City. Follow Alaina (@agetzenburg) and Sam (@sam_perley) both on Twitter for even more coverage of your favorite teams, and follow our website and podcast @TheQCCollective. Find written content every day: thequeencitycollective.com

Jul 05, 202101:25:54
27: More Finalized Hayward Talk w/ Keith Smith
Dec 03, 202027:22
26: Panthers Blow It Against Minnesota + Hornets Pre Season w/ Keven Myrick & Filippo Barresi
Dec 01, 202040:32
25: Delayed Hayward Details w/ Walker Mehl
Nov 26, 202034:44
24: NBA Draft Recap with Spencer Percy
Nov 23, 202020:46
23: Final Pre NBA Draft Thoughts with Lee Branscome of Which Carolina

23: Final Pre NBA Draft Thoughts with Lee Branscome of Which Carolina

In the first episode back for TQCC, Owen brings on Lee Branscome, co host of the Which Carolina Podcast (@WhichCarolina) and NBA Draft contributor for Hoops Prospects (@HoopsProspects) to give some of their final thoughts on the upcoming NBA Draft on November 18th. Tune in for talk about all three top prospects: Anthony Edwards, James Wiseman, and Lamelo Ball. The two also discuss the rest of the lottery, as well as sleeper picks and predictions for Wednesday night. 

Nov 16, 202051:02
22: Cam Newton Given Permission to Seek a Trade Partner

22: Cam Newton Given Permission to Seek a Trade Partner

Owen jumps into the breaking news of the Carolina Panthers deciding to move on from Cam Newton in rough fashion. Owen also discusses the news of the Panthers adding QB Teddy Bridgewater shortly after deciding to move on from Cam Newton.

Mar 18, 202021:27
21: NBA Suspends Season Due to COVID-19 Concerns

21: NBA Suspends Season Due to COVID-19 Concerns

Owen dives into the recent news about the suspension of the NBA season, as well as the impact of COVID-19 and how the league should move forward.

Mar 16, 202020:43
20: Panthers Offseason Big Show with John Ellis

20: Panthers Offseason Big Show with John Ellis

Owen dives into to all of the recent Panthers offseason hot topics with John Ellis, managing editor of One Panther Place. Topics discussed include Cam Newton, Free Agency targets, James Bradberry, David Tepper, and potential draft targets.

Mar 10, 202045:40
19: Hornets Head to Atlanta to Face Injury Riddled Hawks

19: Hornets Head to Atlanta to Face Injury Riddled Hawks

Owen dives into his game preview for Monday nights Hornets game vs the Atlanta Hawks.

Mar 09, 202019:56
18: Panthers Shopping Trai Turner + Hornets vs Spurs Preview

18: Panthers Shopping Trai Turner + Hornets vs Spurs Preview

Owen dives into the recent news of the Carolina Panthers shopping star right guard Trai Turner, as well as giving a preview for Tuesday's game between the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs at Spectrum Center.

Mar 03, 202027:10
17: Interview With Buzz Beat's Richie Randall

17: Interview With Buzz Beat's Richie Randall

Owen brings an interview with Richie Randall, the co-host of the Charlotte Hornets podcast Buzz Beat. Richie and Owen dive into multiple Hornets topics of discussion including Malik Monk, the future of Graham and Rozier, as well as potential draft prospects for Charlotte.

Mar 02, 202038:07
16: Friday Night Hoops: Hornets Win on the Road in Toronto

16: Friday Night Hoops: Hornets Win on the Road in Toronto

Owen dives into the Hornets 99-96 road victory vs the Toronto Raptors Friday night at Scotiabank Arena.

Feb 29, 202023:33
15: Malik Monk Suspension + Hornets vs Knicks Recap

15: Malik Monk Suspension + Hornets vs Knicks Recap

Owen dives into the recent news of Guard Malik Monk's indefinite suspension, as well as the Hornets 107-101 victory Wednesday night vs the New York Knicks.

Feb 27, 202022:37
14: Matt Rhule Says Cam is Staying + Hornets Take on Knicks after Getting Blasted by Indy

14: Matt Rhule Says Cam is Staying + Hornets Take on Knicks after Getting Blasted by Indy

Owen dives into Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule's recent NFL Combine press conference where he finally speaks on Cam Newton, and will also give a recap of the recent blowout loss suffered by the Charlotte Hornets at the hands of the Indiana Pacers and will also give a preview and prediction for the Hornets Wednesday game at home vs the New York Knicks.

Feb 26, 202025:26
13: Hornets vs Pacers Preview

13: Hornets vs Pacers Preview

Owen gets into the Tuesday night matchup between the Charlotte Hornets and the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse and discusses Key Matchups, as well as who he thinks will come out victorious in the final game between these two teams in the regular season.

Feb 25, 202020:53
12: Hornets Future and Finishing Season + Cam Newton and Panthers Saga

12: Hornets Future and Finishing Season + Cam Newton and Panthers Saga

Owen dives into how he thinks the Hornets should view the rest of this season, as well as the future of their youngsters as well as talking about the ongoing saga between quarterback Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers.

Feb 24, 202024:16
Hornets vs Kings Recap + Previews For Panthers-Titans and Hornets-Warriors

Hornets vs Kings Recap + Previews For Panthers-Titans and Hornets-Warriors

Owen gives his recap of the Charlotte Hornets 118-111 win in Sacramento Wednesday night, and also gives previews for a pivotal game for the Carolina Panthers Sunday vs Tennessee, and the Hornets game vs Golden State in the last game of their west coast road trip Saturday night.

Nov 01, 201926:56
Panthers vs 49ers + Hornets vs Clippers Recaps

Panthers vs 49ers + Hornets vs Clippers Recaps

Owen goes over a brutal loss for the Panthers at Levi Stadium this past Sunday, as well as recapping the Hornets Monday night game against the LA Clippers finishing off their back to back in Staples Center.

Oct 30, 201941:25
Charlotte Hornets Week One Game Recaps

Charlotte Hornets Week One Game Recaps

Owen goes over the Charlotte Hornets first weeks worth of games, including an opening night win against Chicago, and losses against the Timberwolves and Lakers.

Oct 28, 201923:28
Panthers vs Buccaneers Preview + Hornets Second Preseason Game vs Miami

Panthers vs Buccaneers Preview + Hornets Second Preseason Game vs Miami

Owen gets into his preview for the second and final matchup with division rival Tampa Bay in London, and his review and takeaways from the Hornets second preseason loss to the Miami Heat.

Oct 11, 201929:03
Panthers vs Jaguars Recap + Takeaways From Hornets First Preseason Game Vs Boston

Panthers vs Jaguars Recap + Takeaways From Hornets First Preseason Game Vs Boston

Owen dives into his recap of the Panthers victory on Sunday vs the Jacksonville Jaguars and his takeaways from the Charlotte Hornets very first preseason game in Boston in a losing affair, 107-106.

Oct 07, 201933:16
Panthers vs Texans Game Recap

Panthers vs Texans Game Recap

Owen dives into the Panthers 16-10 win vs the Houston Texans this past Sunday and breaks down the continued success of the Panthers defense, along with the offensive struggles for the Carolina Panthers in Houston.

Oct 02, 201925:22
Panthers vs Cardinals Game Recap + Cam Newton's Health and Future

Panthers vs Cardinals Game Recap + Cam Newton's Health and Future

Owen dives into his review for the recent week 3 matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals, and also gets into Cam Newton's health and what his future with the team should look like.

Sep 25, 201927:16
Panthers vs Buccaneers TNF Game Preview

Panthers vs Buccaneers TNF Game Preview

Owen goes over some of the history between the Bucs and Panthers along with key matchups for the game, as well as keys to winning the game for the Carolina Panthers in the quest for their first win of the 2019-2020 NFL season.

Sep 12, 201922:10
Panthers vs Rams Game Recap

Panthers vs Rams Game Recap

Owen goes over the key factors that led to the Carolina Panthers falling just short against the Los Angeles Rams this past Sunday and what the Panthers did well, and also what they need to improve on moving forward.

Sep 09, 201925:02
Panthers vs Rams Game Preview and Prediction

Panthers vs Rams Game Preview and Prediction

Owen previews and predicts the outcome for the upcoming week one clash between the home team Carolina Panthers vs the defending NFC Champion Los Angeles Rams.

Sep 06, 201921:39
Panthers 53 Man Roster Recap, + Miles Bridges, Malik Monk, and James Borrego Talk

Panthers 53 Man Roster Recap, + Miles Bridges, Malik Monk, and James Borrego Talk

Owen (@owen_watterson) gives his thoughts on the newly announced Carolina Panthers 53 man roster, along with talk about Terry Rozier's contract, Miles Bridges' potential, a possible make or break year for Malik Monk, and James Borrego's future in Charlotte 

Sep 03, 201936:28