It took DJ Moore nearly two games to grab his first NFL catch, but was it a sign of things to come?

Left tackle Chris Clark played every snap after signing with the team last week.

Torrey Smith rushed to his quarterback's defense, which was applauded by teammates.

Despite the loss, Carolina can learn valuable lessons from its comeback in Atlanta.

Christian McCaffrey tied Steve Smith for most receptions in a game (14).

The Panthers uncharacteristically failed to stop the Atlanta run game, which led to their inability to rush the passer.

Carolina endued one of those days on defense, but better days should follow.

Some quick-hitting thoughts after Carolina's first defeat of the 2018 season.

Carolina drops first division matchup of the season in Atlanta.

View the top moments from Carolina's first loss of the season.

A week after dominating the Cowboys, the Panthers were gashed on the ground and through the air by the Falcons.

Rookie wideout DJ Moore discusses the throw to him in the end zone on the game's final play.

Wide receiver Torrey Smith talks about his reaction to the cheap shot on quarterback Cam Newton during the loss to Atlanta.

A one-on-one chat with head coach Ron Rivera following Carolina's 31-24 loss to the Falcons.

Quarterback Cam Newton discusses the Panthers' 31-24 loss to Atlanta, their first of the season.

Rookie wide receiver turns his first career reception into a scoring play.

Cam Newton zips a touchdown pass to first-year Panthers receiver.

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan goes deep and leaves it up for grabs, allowing Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson to intercept the pass.

Cam Newton spots the wide receiver open in the end zone for Carolina's first touchdown.

Atlanta's Damontae Kazee ejected after being flagged for a late helmet-to-helmet hit.

Linebacker sniffs out "wildcat" play to force Falcons to settle for a field goal.

Running back finds a huge hole on the first snap of the game to set up a Panthers field goal.

Bill Voth and Max Henson discuss Carolina's starting five on the offensive line as kickoff approaches.

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

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

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