4 takeaways from another humbling loss for the Panthers to Falcons

Here are a few takeaways from another humbling loss.

The Carolina Panthers got dismantled by the Atlanta Falcons for the second time this season, losing on the road, 40-20.

Here are a few takeaways from another humbling loss.

The Panthers’ run defense is still terrible

Devonta Freeman
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New coach, same results. Devonta Freeman came into today’s divisional matchup averaging just 3.4 yards per carry for the year. The Panthers were unable to contain him, though. Freeman started hot and kept on hammering them throughout the afternoon. In the end, Freeman posted 84 yards on just 17 carries (4.9 yards per run) and scored his first rushing touchdown of the season. Later, Brian Hill replaced Freeman in the lineup and continued the punishment. He averaged 6.9 yards per rush and added another score.