CHARLOTTE – This one will leave a mark.
The stiffest test of the Bengals season left injuries, defensive issues, questions at No. 2 receiver and the dust of Christian McCaffery amid the wreckage of a 31-21 loss at the Panthers.
Weaknesses covered by key turnovers through the first two wins of the season were clear as day with the Bengals losing the turnover battle, 4-0.
Now they face a trip to Atlanta with A.J. Green's status unclear after leaving Sunday with a groin injury. Ryan Glasgow hurt. Vontaze Burfict noticeably suspended for one more game. John Ross disappointing through first three games of the season and a rush defense that just got gashed for 230 rushing yards and 5.