After taking criticism and ridicule in abundance throughout the 2024 campaign, the Carolina Panthers' defense is starting to show signs of life. And there is one reason why.
Ejior Evero's unit is enjoying some morale-boosting praise after shutting out the Atlanta Falcons in Week 3. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw two picks, and Carolina's bitter NFC South rival never even made it past the Panthers' 30-yard line during the clash. This was a massive step in the right direction — one that led to the most well-rounded performance of head coach Dave Canales' tenure to date.