BLUE 1,026 Posted November 7, 2015 By TAYLOR BECHTOLD STATS Writer (AP) -- Although they've shown poise at critical times while extending their historic run, the Carolina Panthers are still looking to put together a complete performance. The Green Bay Packers, meanwhile, aren't panicking following one of the worst games of Aaron Rodgers' career. In a showdown between two of the NFC's elite, the Panthers seek a team-record 12th consecutive win Sunday when the visiting Packers try to rebound from a humbling defeat. Carolina coach Ron Rivera says his team still has plenty to work on despite emerging from last weekend as the lone unbeaten in the NFC. The Panthers had a 17-point fourth-quarter lead Monday night before Indianapolis rallied with two touchdowns in less than five minutes and hit a tying field goal at the end of regulation. The Colts then went ahead with a field goal in overtime, but Graham Gano followed with field goals of 42 and 52 yards to give Carolina a 29-26 victory. "We've done the things we need to do to give ourselves a chance to win football games, but at some point we need to be smart and be careful," Rivera told the team's official website. "I'd to like see us play a very consistent game, to play to our abilities." The Panthers (7-0) haven't lost since Nov. 30, when they had a 3-8-1 record before going on to win the NFC South. They haven't been dominant this season, winning six of seven by 11 points or fewer. Carolina will try to put it all together for the first time against the NFC North leaders, while Green Bay (6-1) faces its second straight unbeaten opponent following Sunday's 29-10 loss at Denver. After averaging 248.5 passing yards with 15 touchdowns during the Packers' 6-0 start, Rodgers was 14 of 22 for 77 yards - a career low for a start he was able to finish - and no scores. The star had thrown for at least one TD in 41 of his previous 44 games. It wasn't all his fault with Green Bay's receivers having a difficult time getting open against the Broncos' top-ranked defense and running back Eddie Lacy being limited to 38 yards on 11 carries. The Packers, one of the league's best offensive teams since Rodgers arrived, rank an uncharacteristic 27th in passing yards per game (210.1) and 28th in total offense (332.1). "I think the most important thing is, this is not a one-position issue. It's everything involved," coach Mike McCarthy said. "Our total plays are way down, and there are things that factor into that. This is not just about the receivers not getting open. "So we'll use our past experiences, particularly in the past two games, and apply it to Carolina." Rodgers has thrown for an average of 287.0 yards with eight touchdowns and one interception in three career meetings with the Panthers. He completed 19 of 22 passes for 255 yards and three scores in last year's 38-17 home victory. "They're a good football team with a potential Hall of Fame quarterback and some playmakers with an aggressive style and an attacking defense," Rivera said. "We had trouble last year, but we are a different team." Carolina ranks seventh against the pass this season, allowing 228.9 yards per game. The team also sits third with 12 interceptions and has 11 sacks over the past three weeks. Still, Rivera would like to see more out of Kawann Short (five sacks), Mario Addison (three) and the pass rush after it struggled to get to Andrew Luck down the stretch. Cam Newton needs to cut down on his turnovers after throwing his sixth interception in three games and losing a fumble last weekend. He has four picks in two career meetings with the Packers after going 17 of 31 for 205 yards with one TD and one INT last year. Greg Olsen had eight catches for 105 yards in that matchup and he's been Newton's favorite target in 2015. Olsen has team highs with 33 receptions, 518 yards and four touchdowns and paces all NFL tight ends with 15.8 yards per catch since Week 2. Carolina will try to find the holes in a Green Bay defense that has allowed 1,048 yards - including 828 through the air - over the past two games. The Panthers have also run for 100 yards in 18 straight and average an NFL-best 144.0, while the Packers are 25th against the run (124.4). Star linebacker Clay Matthews is likely to play despite injuring his ankle last week. "We've got to critique ourselves and we've got to make sure that we get back to our play style that's enabled us to win six games," defensive coordinator Dom Capers said. The Packers have won the last two meetings overall and five of seven all-time at Carolina. Source: Hosted.Stats.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted November 7, 2015 Panthers about to get blown the fuck out in their own house. This will be embarrassing. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC 331 Posted November 8, 2015 Wish they could flex this to prime. Not a lot of excitement later in the day, so just gunna sit back through the early games and primarily just watch and see how this one unfolds. The Panthers have been riding their defense and not really dominating on offense, but watching the Broncos smack the Packers around last week let's you know the Panthers should have what it takes, and the Packers have been winning games without really lighting it up. 27th ranked passing offense isn't the identity they can have if they want this game. Green Bay will need a turnover free game as well as James Jones to rise up and have his biggest game with Cobb on Josh Norman island. 17 20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theMileHighGuy 656 Posted November 8, 2015 Panthers playing a good team is going to be interesting Cam's going to have to do a lot, like usual. Idk if the Panthers can consistently keep pressure on Rodgers the whole game to keep him under control. 24 15 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos 2,847 Posted November 8, 2015 I love how everyone says Carolina hasn't played anyone good. Yeah? And its better that the Pack has and got blown the fuck out? Carolina has the second toughest strength of schedule of the four unbeatens, who all have pretty meh sos's. But with four undefeated teams, that's what happens. I think I don't expect us to win this game, however. A-Rod is going to be pissed as fuck after getting massacred by that Denver defense, and while our defense is great, it's not on Denver's level. I doubt very much that it will be a blowout. The Packers defense has been torched two weeks in a row and if we get the run-game going, all a pissed A-Rod is going to do is pace on the sidelines. Randall Cobb will be shut down by Josh Norman I think, so someone else is going to have to step up for Green Bay. I'm sure that even if we do win this, we'll hear about how its because GB is struggling, and will still have no respect, and that's just fine with the Panthers. 20 17 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos 2,847 Posted November 8, 2015 This guy is hilarious, does a post like this before every game. http://www.carolinahuddle.com/boards/topic/120489-packers-week-don%E2%80%99t-cha-know-and-other-stupid-euphemisms/?page=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted November 8, 2015 Panthers declared RB Cameron Artis-Payne, S Dean Marlowe, OG Andrew Norwell, WR Kevin Norwood, DT Dwan Edwards, RB Brandon Wegher and TE Scott Simonson inactive for Week 9 against the Packers. The Panthers have extremely little depth behind Jonathan Stewart, but Payone has taken the rock just 12 times for 31 yards this season. He's an end-of-bench stash in Dynasty leagues. Patriots OLB Jamie Collins (illness) is inactive for Week 9 against the Redskins. Collins is a big reason the Patriots have stifled tight ends this season, and his absence is an upgrade for Jordan Reed. Reed is a solid TE1 in what could be a high-volume day for the Washington passing game. New England also declared OG Tre' Jackson, OT Marcus Cannon, DE Jabaal Sheard, WR Keshawn Martin, RB James White, and DE Trey Flowers inactive for Week 9. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted November 8, 2015 Nice of you to share the Patriots inactives here, Vin. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC 331 Posted November 8, 2015 Panthers about to get blown the fuck out in their own house. This will be embarrassing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted November 8, 2015 And I am here to own it. More than you can ever say, you coward. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC 331 Posted November 8, 2015 Wonder what Clinton-Dix said to Julius Peppers that made the whole bench start holding each other back Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted November 8, 2015 Lost two tough ones on the road... At least today the Packers had a little fight. Down by 20 at halftime, then clawing back to actually have a chance in the end is nice to see. And honestly, even down by 20.. even with the defense giving up some big plays.. and even with the offense looking like hot garbage... the game didn't feel as out of reach as it actually was. I think that's a good. Packers finally did some different things in this game offensively and late that naturally created space for their WRs that they didn't up until that point. Aaron missed some wide open WRs all game which is not something you see a lot. I'd feel very confident playing Carolina again and especially in Lambeau if somehow that were to happen. For being dominated for 3 quarters, we were only a couple plays from winning it. Nice job by the Panthers though... First time we've lost back to back regular season game sin 5 years. Hopefully we see the same fire and motivation from this Packers team that saw in the end of this game. I don't want them to just talk about it. I want them to show it. Oddly confident moving forward, actually. Let's go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
butta54 371 Posted November 8, 2015 Wonder what Clinton-Dix said to Julius Peppers that made the whole bench start holding each other back http://uproxx.com/sports/2015/11/green-bay-packers-fighting-sideline/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
