Panthers Power Rankings: Preseason Game 2

ORCHARD PARK, NY - AUGUST 09: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers drops back to pass during the first quarter 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: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers drops back to pass during the first quarter 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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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) /

NFL.Com – No. 10 (No Change)

After NFL.com analyst Elliot Harrison debuted the Panthers at No. 10 in his rankings last week, there has been no update provided. Carolina has the talent to be successful but how they respond to some early injuries will be key to how their season unfolds.

The Bills used former Panthers wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin effectively early in the contest, putting the spotlight back on a secondary with questions of their own. If the Panthers hope to be a playoff contender, they must find someone to play opposite James Bradberry with some success.

Once Harrison releases a new edition of his power rankings, this page will be updated to reflect their current standing.