Overview
The Carolina Panthers face four pivotal questions as they close out the regular season. Answering these questions will determine whether they have a path back to the postseason.
Key Questions
- What changes on offense will yield better production in the final four games?
- How should the defense adapt to opponents’ tendencies to close out the season?
- Which young players can demonstrate long-term value for the team?
- What coaching decisions or strategic tweaks will maximize win probability in a tight-finish stretch?
Context
- If postseason aspirations remain, productive results in the closing games are crucial.
- The team’s performance in these games will likely influence off-season plans and evaluation.
Quotes
"If they have any interest in returning to the postseason, the Panthers are going to have to answer four big questions over the final four games."
Summary
The Panthers must resolve offense, defense, player development, and strategic choices to keep playoff hopes alive, with decisions potentially shaping the franchise beyond this season.
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Sports Illustrated on MSN — 2025-12-06