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Dolphins at Panthers: 3 matchups to watch for

By Danny Jaillet

ORCHARD PARK, NY - AUGUST 09: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers speaks with line judge Dana McKenzie #8 during the first half of a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on August 9, 2018 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)
ORCHARD PARK, NY - AUGUST 09: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers speaks with line judge Dana McKenzie #8 during the first half of a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on August 9, 2018 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images) /
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Buffalo Bills v Carolina Panthers
CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 17: Captain Munnerlyn #41 of the Carolina Panthers tackles Jordan Matthews #87 of the Buffalo Bills during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 17, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

The corners vs. the Dolphin receivers

Last week, the Carolina Panthers secondary did not look good on several occasions. Kevon Seymour got burnt early in the game by old friend Kelvin Benjamin. Although the matchup presented a size disadvantage for Seymour, it also showed failures on the part of the corner. He will need to have a better game on Friday. Life will not get any easier for him on Friday as he may have to face Devante Parker (who currently has a broken finger) and Jakeem Grant.

The Carolina Panthers may not have to face Kenny Stills  as his ankle has been bothering him. Albert Wilson may be the go-to guy at the left-wideout spot and it will be interesting to see how the combination of James Bradberry and Captain Munnerlyn do. In particular, I would focus on Munnerlyn as he is expected to get his fair share of snaps on Friday.

This game could serve as a big boost for Munnerlyn. It would also give the Carolina Panthers an idea of who they can trot out behind Bradberry. With injuries decimating the secondary, this is a huge game for the Carolina Panthers cornerbacks. A bad game could be a warning sign for the team at the position.

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