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Carolina Panthers: First-quarter grades of 2019

By Brandon Scott

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 12: Luke Kuechly #59 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after causing a safety against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 12, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 12: Luke Kuechly #59 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after causing a safety against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 12, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /
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HOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 29: Christian McCaffrey #22 of the Carolina Panthers makes a diving catch on his tip in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images) /

Offense

Quarterbacks: 80 (B-)
Running Backs: 91 (A-)
Wide Receivers: 84 (B)
Tight Ends: 87 (B)
Offensive Line: 78 (C+)

Running back Christian McCaffrey started hot and continues to carry the workload for the Panthers. Both in the passing game and out of the backfield, McCaffrey has been a force to be reckoned with and is consistently making highlight reel plays, earning him and other running backs the highest grade on offense.

Newton had two below-average games before being sidelined, while Allen’s play has boosted their positional rating. Hovering between a B and C grade, if Allen continues with his consistency and poise in the pocket this grade will rise.

The receivers and tight ends also continue to improve and should elevate their play as Allen develops. Veteran tight end Greg Olsen was visibly upset with some missed opportunities in Houston but protection also needs to improve for this bunch to truly reach their potential.

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