(Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports) Sam Darnold
The Carolina Panthers head into a season hoping they have found their franchise quarterback in Sam Darnold and the team has all the pieces he needs to succeed.
Sam Darnold and the Carolina Panthers are a perfect fit. The quarterback has landed on a well-coached unit after being a member of a dysfunctional, underachieving team in the New York Jets during his first three years in the league.
Now there are no more excuses for Darnold this season. He has the weapons and if the offensive line holds up, we should find out whether or not he is truly a franchise player at the most important position on the field.