The Carolina Panthers' defense is getting some positive recognition for the first time in years. Ejiro Evero's unit pitched a shutout against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 3, which is yet another sign that things are finally trending up for a group that became a national embarrassment during the previous campaign.
It's early days, but confidence is building. This is no more evident than within the secondary, as Carolina's cornerbacks seized the initiative in the most impressive way to make Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. pay for his erratic decision-making.
And for one underrated breakout candidate, he's finally getting the respect that fans have long demanded.