If the Carolina Panthers weren't thoroughly embarrassed by their inept efforts in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, they should be.
Very few players emerged from the game with any credit. After so much offseason optimism around the Panthers' chances, coupled with the bullish projections of head coach Dave Canales, their complete capitulation burst this bubble in no uncertain terms.
There is no point wallowing in self-pity. Either the Panthers cut and run, or they stand and fight. And fans will be demanding nothing but the latter.
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Canales revealed an extra sense of urgency to begin preparations for Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals.