6 Panthers who need to step up over the last 7 games

If they’re going to defy those odds and make the postseason this year, they need these six individuals to step up over their final seven games.

C Matt Paradis

Matt Paradis
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The problem: pass protection

Allen might feel more comfortable in the pocket making throws if he had better pass blocking in front of him, especially from the interior offensive linemen. Center Matt Paradis has been the worst offender by far. He’s allowed a lot of hits and hurries this season and was just exposed by Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark in a bad way. The Panthers will pay Paradis over $27 million over the life of his contract and they deserve a better return than what they have gotten so far. If Paradis doesn’t improve significantly in this area, it’s going to be tough for Carolina to compete down the stretch.

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