The Carolina Panthers defense may have a tall task ahead of them. It is one they can manage, but nevertheless it will be a difficult one. One of their major goals in the opener against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday is stopping offensive catalyst Ezekiel Elliott.
In speaking with the media on Thursday, defensive coordinator Eric Washington was able to give some insight as to how that may be done. Again, it is easier said than done.
“When you watch him operate. … It takes two or three players to get him down.