WEEK 2 • SUN • 09/16 • FINAL
Carolina Panthers 1-1
24
1 2 3 4
3 7 0 14
3 14 7 7
Atlanta Falcons 1-1
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6-Pack: Panthers could use more Moore

6-Pack: Panthers could use more Moore

It took DJ Moore nearly two games to grab his first NFL catch, but was it a sign of things to come?
Snap Counts: Carolina at Atlanta

Snap Counts: Carolina at Atlanta

Left tackle Chris Clark played every snap after signing with the team last week.
Panthers react to cheap shot on Cam Newton

Panthers react to cheap shot on Cam Newton

Torrey Smith rushed to his quarterback's defense, which was applauded by teammates.
Rally falls short but wasn't in vain

Rally falls short but wasn't in vain

Despite the loss, Carolina can learn valuable lessons from its comeback in Atlanta.
Stats and Notes: McCaffrey ties franchise mark

Stats and Notes: McCaffrey ties franchise mark

Christian McCaffrey tied Steve Smith for most receptions in a game (14).
Rivera: Run defense was 'terrible'

Rivera: Run defense was 'terrible'

The Panthers uncharacteristically failed to stop the Atlanta run game, which led to their inability to rush the passer.
Defense knocked back but will bounce back 

Defense knocked back but will bounce back 

Carolina endued one of those days on defense, but better days should follow.
The Lowdown: Panthers falter against Falcons

The Lowdown: Panthers falter against Falcons

Some quick-hitting thoughts after Carolina's first defeat of the 2018 season.
Panthers fall to 1-1 with 31-24 loss to Falcons

Panthers fall to 1-1 with 31-24 loss to Falcons

Carolina drops first division matchup of the season in Atlanta.
Highlights: Panthers at Falcons
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Highlights: Panthers at Falcons

View the top moments from Carolina's first loss of the season.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaps for a touchdown as Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Green-Thompson (54) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
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Inside the Locker Room: Disappointing defense 

A week after dominating the Cowboys, the Panthers were gashed on the ground and through the air by the Falcons.
Moore: Frustrating not making that play for the team
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Moore: Frustrating not making that play for the team

Rookie wideout DJ Moore discusses the throw to him in the end zone on the game's final play.
Smith: I'm going to stand up for my guys
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Smith: I'm going to stand up for my guys

Wide receiver Torrey Smith talks about his reaction to the cheap shot on quarterback Cam Newton during the loss to Atlanta.
Rivera: Proud of how we fought
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Rivera: Proud of how we fought

A one-on-one chat with head coach Ron Rivera following Carolina's 31-24 loss to the Falcons.
Newton: We have to find our edge
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Newton: We have to find our edge

Quarterback Cam Newton discusses the Panthers' 31-24 loss to Atlanta, their first of the season.
DJ Moore 51-yard TD catch
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DJ Moore 51-yard TD catch

Rookie wide receiver turns his first career reception into a scoring play.
Torrey Smith 3-yard TD catch
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Torrey Smith 3-yard TD catch

Cam Newton zips a touchdown pass to first-year Panthers receiver.
Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) intercepts the ball ahead of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)
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Donte Jackson picks off Matt Ryan

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan goes deep and leaves it up for grabs, allowing Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson to intercept the pass.
Jarius Wright 5-yard TD catch
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Jarius Wright 5-yard TD catch

Cam Newton spots the wide receiver open in the end zone for Carolina's first touchdown.
Cam Newton hit late by Falcons safety
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Cam Newton hit late by Falcons safety

Atlanta's Damontae Kazee ejected after being flagged for a late helmet-to-helmet hit.
Luke Kuechly third-down stop
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Luke Kuechly third-down stop

Linebacker sniffs out "wildcat" play to force Falcons to settle for a field goal.
C.J. Anderson 22-yard run
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C.J. Anderson 22-yard run

Running back finds a huge hole on the first snap of the game to set up a Panthers field goal.
Road Report: Panthers at Falcons
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Road Report: Panthers at Falcons

Bill Voth and Max Henson discuss Carolina's starting five on the offensive line as kickoff approaches.
Week 2: Panthers at Falcons

Week 2: Panthers at Falcons

View game photos from the Panthers loss to the Falcons by team photographer Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez.
Pregame: Panthers at Falcons

Pregame: Panthers at Falcons

View photos of the players warming up prior to kickoff against Atlanta.
Panthers travel to Atlanta

Panthers travel to Atlanta

View photos of the Panthers as they travel to Atlanta for their game against the Falcons.

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