Cat Scratch Reader
Much has been made about the Carolina Panthers having a winning record again this season. For the first time in living memory they are above .500 and facing a weak opponent. Of course, that means more than a few of us are expecting the team to fall flat on their faces today when they host the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium. It’s not that we think the Panthers should lose, it’s that we’re a few years away from expecting good things to happen.
That said, most fans are fairly optimistic today about the state and direction of the franchise. That means the biggest story of the day revolves around the biggest question on the Panthers roster: quarterback Bryce Young.
The team is going to ride their run-heavy identity for as long as it works, but at some point Young has to actually contribute to the offense. His production so far, when not outright horrible, has left a lot to be desired. He’ll never get a better opportunity than today to take some risks and show the Panthers faithful if he can be more than just a quarterback whose own team has to gameplan around him.
Most of us aren’t expecting that to become a reality, but gee, wouldn’t it be nice?
This is your open thread to follow along with all the action today.
You know the drill.
This is now an open thread!
