Panthers

Panthers Open Season in Style... by Getting Demolished!

The Carolina Panthers kicked off their season in epic fashion, but not the kind they'd hoped for—losing 47-10 to the Saints!

In a game that left Panthers fans fuming, the Carolina Panthers opened their 2024 season with a stunning 47-10 loss against the New Orleans Saints. From the very first drive, it was clear that the Panthers were in for a rough day. The Saints set the tone with a quick touchdown, thanks to a beautiful 59-yard bomb from quarterback Derek Carr to wide receiver Rashid Shaheed. As feeling good as that was for Saints fans, it only compounded the frustrations of a Panthers team still searching for answers after a tumultuous offseason.

Quarterback Bryce Young and the Panthers offense found themselves stifled at every turn, struggling to execute plays and keep the chains moving. With less heat than a summer BBQ, their inability to generate offense allowed the Saints to dominate the game at will. New Orleans marched down the field for another impressive touchdown later in the quarter, cementing their lead while the Panthers fans could do little but shake their heads in disbelief. It didn't take long for the Saints' lead to balloon into a nearly insurmountable gap, showcasing the stark difference in preparedness between the two teams.

The Panthers had made big offseason changes, hoping to bounce back strong after firing coach Frank Reich during last season’s disastrous campaign, but the results spoke volumes as they fell behind quickly in this opener. The defense, which was supposed to have improved, appeared confused and overwhelmed by the Saints’ strategy, allowing gap after gap while the offense struggled to make even basic plays. It was a continuous theme of missed opportunities that left both players and supporters frustrated.

As the clock wound down, the Panthers only managed a meager ten points against a Saints team that seemed to click on all cylinders, leaving many to wonder what changes would need to be made as the season progresses. With their next game on the horizon, fans will be eagerly waiting to see if the Panthers can adapt and turn this ship around. After a summer of reflection on past mistakes, it's time for the Panthers to show that they’re not going to let one rough game define their season...

Fun Fact: The Panthers' opening game loss was not their largest defeat in franchise history—that honor belongs to a 55-14 loss in 2001. So at least they can take solace in that! And did you know that Saints quarterback Derek Carr threw for over 300 yards in this game? A powerful performance that bodes well for his season ahead! Stay tuned, football fanatics, there's a lot more action just around the corner!