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.Laviska Shenault Jr. has been among the most sure-handed receivers in the league, completing a stellar 84.3% of balls thrown his way since the start of last season, ranking in the 93rd percentile among wide receivers.
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