The triple option has been a staple of the Carolina Panthers offensive playbook ever since Cam Newton’s rookie year in 2011. Interestingly, the Panthers chose not to call any option runs the first two weeks of the 2017 season, instead opting to go with the traditional run game from under center and shotgun. However, just we thought the option was gone for good, the Panthers brought it back for their Week 3 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. By using the triple option to complement their traditional run game, the Panthers were able to effectively move the ball on the ground against the Saints defense.
Carolina Panthers Film Analysis: The return of the triple option
