NFL.com
Panthers rank: 10th (6th in NFC)
Previous rank: 11th
NFC South: Saints 4th, Panthers 10th, Falcons 12th, Buccaneers 25th
Beyond the numbers: Elliot Harrison puts the Panthers back in the top 10 after falling out three weeks ago. He said the drop came when the offense looked woeful against the Bears, but Monday night everything offensive coordinator Mike Shula dialed up worked to perfection.
ESPN.com
Panthers rank: 10th (6th in NFC)
Previous rank: 11th
NFC South: Saints 3rd, Panthers 10th, Falcons 11th, Buccaneers 22nd
Beyond the numbers: The Panthers' run game has struggled in recent weeks, but against the Dolphins the offense eclipsed 200 yards rushing.