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Carolina Panthers News
Panthers coach Matt Rhule compared quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to former Giants quarterback Eli Manning in terms of his football intelligence and decision making. Who did Bridgewater grow up wanting to be like? “I wanted to be like Randy Moss, those guys scoring touchdowns,'' he said.
Analytics are a big part of what the Panthers do. Coach Matt Rhule mentioned two areas the team has improved greatly the past two games. Offensively, second- and third-down efficiency “the ability to throw the ball and move the chains has led to really long drives.'' Defensively, the lack of explosive plays given up “when people score on us they earn it.'' Both will be key against Atlanta, an explosive team that can put points on the board.
Trenton Cannon will back up Mike Davis at running back with Christian McCaffrey and now Reggie Bonnafon on injured reserve. Fullback Alex Armah also is available to play running back.
Panthers' Game Status: Out - CB Eli Apple. LT Russell Okung (groin) is scheduled to play after missing the last two games.