POSITION REVIEW: The Panthers finished fourth in the NFL in rushing yards but got there in an unconventional way. Cam Newton became the third quarterback since 2000 (him twice plus Russell Wilson and Donovan McNabb once) to lead his team in rushing. On the other hand, the running backs boosted Newton's pass efficiency, with rookie Christian McCaffrey hauling in 80 receptions.
STATS OF SIGNIFICANCE: The Panthers led the NFL in rushing over the final eight games of the season, but the running backs themselves were an inconsistent part of the equation.