The Carolina Panthers boast a new play-caller this season in offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to tilt 4.8% more towards passing than it did last season (in a neutral context).The Panthers are a 3-point underdog in this week's contest, likely creating a passing game script.The weather report calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind typically means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.The Carolina Panthers O-line profiles as the 7th-best in football since the start of last season in protecting the QB, which has a positive effect on all passing attack metrics across the board.Chuba Hubbard has been among the most effective receivers in the NFL among RBs, averaging a stellar 8.75 yards-per-target since the start of last season while ranking in the 85th percentile.
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