DeKALB — Injuries to two cornerstone players and defensive back drama defined this week in the NFL.
Carolina Panthers struggles continue, losing nine of their previous 10 games
In the offseason, the Carolina Panthers tried converting dual-threat QB Cam Newton to a pure pocket passer to lengthen his career. According to Pro Football Reference, Cam averaged 104 rushing attempts in each of his first eight seasons. This season, the former MVP is on pace for just 40.
The Panthers relied heavily on Cam in the passing game in week two against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and it was their Achilles' heel.