4 reasons why the Carolina Panthers could struggle in 2021

There is plenty of optimism surrounding the Carolina Panthers in 2021, but that doesn’t mean they won’t end up struggling once again.

This time of year always comes with a sense of optimism within almost every fanbase across the NFL. New arrivals to their respective organizations bring renewed hope that they can lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy and while the Carolina Panthers appear a little way off competing for a Super Bowl, there’s nothing to suggest Matt Rhule’s men aren’t capable of making a notable impression next season.

The Panthers have a roster that is dynamic, athletic, and hungry for success. They’ll be relying heavily on their youth movement once again, but if the remaining veterans on the team make their presence felt both on and off the field, then a potential playoff spot might not be out of the question.

Of course, having a strong team on paper is one thing.

Getting it done on the gridiron is something else entirely.

Some major adjustments need to be made by players and Carolina’s coaching staff alike in pursuit of progression in 2021. They didn’t appear too far away last time out, but finding a way to get over the line in close games is absolutely critical to their hopes.

Nobody knows this more than Rhule, who made a strong impression following his move from Baylor and clearly has every single member of the roster pulling in the same direction.

That being said, there is plenty of reasons to suggest the Panthers might struggle during the upcoming campaign. Here are four such examples.