Carolina Panthers fantasy football Week 1 analysis

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 18: Devin Funchess #17 of the Carolina Panthers salutes the crowd after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the 4th quarter during the game at Bank of America Stadium on September 18, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

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New England Patriots v Carolina Panthers

CHARLOTTE, NC – AUGUST 24: Christian McCaffrey #22 of the Carolina Panthers runs the ball against the New England Patriots in the second quarter during their game at Bank of America Stadium on August 24, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

Christian McCaffrey, RB

Nobody outside of the Panthers locker room knows exactly how Turner will utilize the unique skill set of Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey against Dallas but a few things are clear.

A) McCaffrey is set for an increase in carries over his rookie campaign.

B) The second year back can also contribute in the passing game.

C) Repeatedly, it appears as if McCaffrey is just inches away from breaking a big run.

All of these combine to make for an effective weapon against a defense that allowed an average of over 100-yards rushing to their opponents last season (104) and seven runs of 20-plus yards.

A new focus on shorter, timing routes and getting the ball out of Newton’s hand quickly could also benefit McCaffrey, who has the capability to turn a three-yard pass into a 70 yard score at any moment.

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