Through seven games, the Carolina Panthers had used six different starting offensive line combinations and still ranked third in the league in rushing and eighth in sacks allowed per pass play.
But in one brutal afternoon against the Buffalo Bills, that stability vanished.
Right guard Brady Christensen suffered a significant Achilles injury, which required season-ending surgery. Star right tackle Taylor Moton exited with a knee injury and didn’t return after halftime. Center Cade Mays left early with an ankle issue.
Carolina Panthers offensive line has been decimated by injuries
By the end of the game, Carolina was running out of options.