The Buccaneers had as many interceptions as completions on third down against the Panthers. How were the Panthers able to generate consistent pressure without leaving receivers uncovered? Is it a sustainable model?
The Panthers may have a budding shutdown cornerback in James Bradberry, but the battle to defend the other side is raging. A detailed look at the two candidates and who fits in best on the outside.
Having performed like the elite defense they were expected to be through two weeks, the Panthers were sorely beaten by Drew Brees on Sunday. This article looks at how a number of mental errors by players and coaches let the team down.
The Panthers were one of the NFL’s top run defenses, that was until the Saints ran on them for over five yards-per-carry. This article looks at why the Panthers failed to contain the Saints’ running attack, and what needs to happen for those mistakes to be fixed.
Cam Newton takes a scheduled day off from throwing, Julius Peppers returns to wreak havoc in full pads, and “The Big Cat” makes an appearance!