The NFL is often a game of matchups, and each week, there are key cogs that change based on the strengths of the opponent or weaknesses the Panthers need to cover. This week, we’ll highlight three individuals that have something to prove, and need to step up for the team to be successful on Sunday.
Sam Darnold
Let’s start with the obvious, talked about ad nauseum. Sam Darnold gets a week 1 matchup against his former team and a real chance to prove that even in his most delicate of moments (his first game with the Panthers) he is still better than the route they have chosen.