4 daunting games on the Carolina Panthers 2021 schedule
By Dean Jones
Carolina Panthers at Arizona Cardinals
- Week 10
This might seem like a winnable game for the Carolina Panthers, which it is to a certain degree. But the Arizona Cardinals have made some exciting acquisitions this offseason that see them primed for a potential playoff push despite residing in arguably the NFL’s toughest division.
The additions of Zaven Collins and Rondale Moore during the draft should help on both sides of the ball immediately. Arizona also made a notable free-agent signing in the form of J.J. Watt, who is the second All-Pro signed from the Houston Texans in consecutive seasons.
The other, of course, is DeAndre Hopkins, who is still one of the best wideouts in the business and his developing chemistry with former No. 1 overall selection Kyler Murray is one to watch in their second year together.
It’s a big season upcoming for Murray, who made some strides in 2020 before eventually faltering down the stretch. His ability to make plays on the run is nothing short of outstanding and if he can improve his throwing mechanics and decision-making in the weeks ahead, then the sky is the limit.
Haason Reddick and Dan Arnold will be looking to put one over on the Cardinals, who they both turned out for last season before joining the Panthers in free agency. However, if Carolina isn’t up for this from the start, it’s going to be a real struggle against a top outfit.