The last time the Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers met, it was not pretty. Both teams entered Week 5 of the 2017 season at 3-1, and the Lions were riding high after an impressive win over the Vikings. What followed was a Cam Newton beatdown that led to a 27-10 lead late in the game. Though Detroit clawed their way back and even came close to a comeback, it was clear Carolina was the better team that day.
This year, we may be in for the same—although the situation is much different.