A Carolina Panthers four game losing streak led coach Ron Rivera to relieve two coaches from their positions and take over the defensive play calling. An attempt to right the ship, he may also be coaching to secure his own future down the stretch.
The Panthers have allowed an average of 30-plus points to their opponents over the past four weeks and will be tested again on Sunday. Three of the Cleveland Browns four wins have come at home and with Carolina struggling away from Bank of America Stadium, another close game is expected with the outcome impacting both teams in the hunt for a playoff berth.