Carolina Panthers: Arguments against the 'sky is falling' mentality

Carolina Panthers: Arguments against the ‘sky is falling’ mentality

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - AUGUST 29: Head coach Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers walks off the field after their preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Bank of America Stadium on August 29, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) /

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – SEPTEMBER 22: Quarterback Kyle Allen #7 of the Carolina Panthers looks to pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of the NFL football game at State Farm Stadium on September 22, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) /

It’s Still Early

Only three of 16 games have been played. Not only is there time remaining for Newton to fully heal and return but there’s still plenty of chances to win. An 0-2 start didn’t help, but backup quarterback Kyle Allen already proved the Panthers can compete with him on the field.

This week’s matchup against Houston will give fans a better understanding of how this team is positioned for an extended stretch but the schedule is favorable. Win or lose against the Texans, Carolina returns home for a game against the Jaguars before traveling to London for a rematch with the Buccaneers.

Divisional wins will be key, especially after losing the first contest but if Allen and the Panthers enter their bye week anywhere from 2-4 to 4-2 then they’ll face a 10 week run to make the playoffs – plenty of time.

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