Panthers offense improved this season

Mike Sando uses TruMedia’s expected-points-added model throughout his column, which revisits preseason concerns for all 32 teams:

“The Panthers have exceeded expectations on offense under Joe Brady, successfully adapting to a receiver-oriented attack after losing running back Christian McCaffrey to injury. Carolina ranks 11th this season in offensive EPA per game and points per drive. That is up from 25th and 20th, respectively, through 10 games last season. The Panthers rank slightly lower in offensive points per game, partly because the team’s average starting field position has worsened considerably.”

Full article: The Athletic