The Carolina Panthers boast a new play-caller this year in offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to lean 4.8% more towards passing than it did last year (adjusted for context).The Panthers are a 3.5-point underdog this week, which points towards a passing game script.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.The Carolina Panthers O-line grades out as the 4th-best in the NFL since the start of last season in protecting the QB, which has a strong impact on all pass game stats across the board.Chuba Hubbard has been among the most efficient pass-catchers in the NFL among running backs, averaging an impressive 9.30 yards-per-target since the start of last season while grading out in the 90th percentile.
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