Source: Grant Halverson / GettyThe Panthers 2025 season was filled with a lot of promise on both sides of the ball, but it was also a breakout year for DB Mike Jackson, who recorded a career high 4 interceptions that played a part in the Panthers returning to the playoffs. The DB entering his 8th year joined Kyle Bailey to discuss his goals entering 2026, and what the Panthers defense can be capable of. Entering this season, the Panthers secondary is viewed by many as one of the biggest strengths of this team as Mike told Kyle that both the DB room and the defense as a whole feels more connected and comfortable heading into this season with more players like himself being more familiar with their surroundings and speaking up on things to help the defense. Mike later went on to discuss what he’s seen from the WR’s throughout camp, and why he isn’t focusing on his contract situation. LISTEN TO THE FULL CONVERSATION WITH KYLE BAILEY HERE: