Carolina Panthers: Week 3 Defensive grades vs. Cincinnati Bengals

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 23: Efe Obada #94 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after a sack against the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth quarter during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

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CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 23: Donte Jackson #26 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after intercepting a pass late in the fourth quarter of theor win against the Cincinnati Bengals at Bank of America Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers won 31-21. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

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Rookie Donte Jackson registered two interceptions a week after grabbing his first one against Atlanta. However, unlike his poor performance otherwise, Jackson rebounded against the Bengals and played well opposite James Bradberry.

Safety Colin Jones started for the injured Da’Norris Searcy but struggled at times in coverage. Carolina may want to look at signing a free agent safety in order to help fill the void on the Panthers back end.

Cornerback Captain Munnerlyn also saw a majority of defensive snaps, playing well in run support and pass coverage. Once Davis returns, how defensive coordinator Eric Washington elects to use Thompson and in turn, Munnerlyn will be worth watching.

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