Carolina Panthers: Week 2 Offensive grades at Atlanta Falcons

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ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 16: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers reacts to a late hit during the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Quarterback: B+

Cam Newton was expecting to have weapons surrounding him on offense this season but through two games, he continues to be the driving force of the offense. A legitimate task for any quarterback but even a little bit of help on Sunday could have resulted in a different outcome.

The Panthers quarterback again led the team in rushing yards (42) with only five carries and rebounded from a blatant cheap shot taken by Atlanta cornerback Damontae Kazee after converting a third-down with his legs.

Newton passed for 335-yards, three touchdowns and only one interception after a pass bounced off the hands of running back C.J. Anderson. He completed 71-percent of his passes and all of his numbers would have increased if not for multiple drops suffered throughout the game.

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