Carolina Panthers: Game-By-Game Predictions for 2017 Season

May 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Helmets at Carolina Panthers practice fields. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
May 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Helmets at Carolina Panthers practice fields. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 5, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Darrin Reaves (36) gets stopped by Chicago Bears inside linebacker Jon Bostic (57) at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 5, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Darrin Reaves (36) gets stopped by Chicago Bears inside linebacker Jon Bostic (57) at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

Week 7: at Chicago

This will be a bit of a homecoming for Ron Rivera, who played for the Chicago Bears from 1984 to 1992. Rivera also was defensive coordinator from 2004 to 2006 for the Bears. This game is sure to have special meaning for him.

The Panthers also will be facing their former head coach John Fox, who is now the head coach of the Bears. Even with the different storylines, the Panthers should leave Chicago with a win. The Bears have made a few key moves this offseason, including the signing of Mike Glennon, however are still a few years removed from being competitive.

Result: Win (5-2)