Carolina Panthers fans are buzzing after their shutout victory over the Atlanta Falcons. And it's been a long time since they've had anything to cheer legitimately.
The mood shifted completely, from pessimism to optimism in the blink of an eye. Maintaining this momentum is the next challenge, but there is a growing sense that brighter days could be ahead, with some winnable games upcoming on the schedule.
It's a positive atmosphere — something head coach Dave Canales always thought was possible. However, this will count for nothing if the Panthers cannot put together a consistent run of results.