Here are a few key statistic results the Panthers should shoot for by season's end.
Season goal: Run the ball at least 500 times
Over the past five seasons, 19 teams recorded 500 or more rushing plays in a season. Of those teams, 12 had double-digit wins. Last season, the Panthers finished with 473 rushes (76 more than their opponents).
With the Panthers depleted receiving corps, as long as Cam and JStew remain healthy, expect the Panthers to eclipse 500 rushes this season.
Season goal: Don't allow more than 30 sacks
Last season, 8 of 12 playoff teams allowed 30 or fewer sacks, and none allowed more than 45.