What the Panthers had to say after their loss to Joe Burrow and the Bengals

Carolina Panthers players share quotes with the media, and with their competition following Sunday's game.

Tim Weaver | 3 Hours Ago

Sep 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) greet each other after the game at Bank of America Stadium. / Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Andy Dalton and the Carolina Panthers came close to upsetting Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals today, but they just couldn't get the job done, falling 34-24 at home. We've already broken down some winners and losers and initial thoughts after the game. Dalton has earned both good grades and high praise for his work today, while the flailing defense has earned some finger-wagging.

Now, let's hear what a few Panthers players and head coach Dave Canales had to say after the game, both to the media and to their competition.

Andy Dalton to Joe Burrow

Andy Dalton's message to Joe Burrow:

"You're fun to watch. Keep going." #Bengals @fox19 pic.twitter.com/ULHtLwb4Cr
— Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) September 29, 2024

Austin Corbett on failed first drive

#Panthers center Austin Corbett holding himself and his offensive line accountable postgame, despite the largely good performance. Says the team not finishing off that first drive — ended on the 1-yard line — with a TD was “unacceptable” and that it stuck with him all game. pic.twitter.com/NVJ7o79rx2
— Alex Zietlow (@alexzietlow05) September 29, 2024

Jaycee Horn on a different vibe

Jaycee Horn says there’s a “different vibe” around the Panthers these days, despite the loss. pic.twitter.com/QIfWTPHSYC
— Joe Person (@josephperson) September 29, 2024

Dave Canales on Xavier Legette's drops

One of MANY reasons I’m a big fan of Dave Canales is he’s a straight shooter.

Asked about Xavier Legette, in a matter-of-fact way he praised him but followed it up with mentioning the dropped balls.

“Secure the catch, and then be special.”

Promising day for XL overall though! pic.twitter.com/L4HXkqBDFu
— Keep Purring Podcast (Ben) (@KeepPurringBen) September 29, 2024

Diontae Johnson on a different energy

A lot of players across the locker room said there is a belief with this #Panthers team that wasn’t here a few weeks ago. Diontae Johnson spoke on it postgame.

“The energy is just different.” pic.twitter.com/aKAqzB6MJc
— Alex Zietlow (@alexzietlow05) September 29, 2024

Dave Canales on the failed fake punt

Dave Canales was ‘’all in’’ on the Panthers’ decision to fake the punt, which failed because of a drop. pic.twitter.com/7PW3JuiuQc
— David Newton (@DNewtonespn) September 29, 2024

Xavier Legette on his first touchdown

iconic first TD celebration 🐎 @XavierLegette @Panthers pic.twitter.com/cGk0EaxGrK
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2024

It seems the consensus is that they're happy just to be competitive again with Andy Dalton leading the way. While they're 1500% better than Weeks 1-2, they're still pretty far down the ladder, especially on defense. You can't blame Bryce Young for that part.