The Panthers reached the midway-ish point of the season (the 17-game schedule makes the math trickier) with a 2-7 record, having matched last season’s win total with a come-from-behind, 23-22 victory over a bad New Orleans team last week at Bank of America Stadium.

Nov 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) calls a play as offensive tackle Taylor Moton (72) looks on and New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson (96) prepares to defend in the first qarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images / Bob Donnan-Imagn Images