“We just have to learn how to be aggressive but still be smart. “In the second half offensively we just continue to kind of have that lull, especially when we have a lead,” Panthers coach Matt Rhule said.

They have struggled to maintain the momentum after halftime, with some offensive struggles, defensive lapses and special teams miscues providing opponents with an opportunity to get back in the game. Those fast starts have allowed the Panthers to manage the game and new quarterback Sam Darnold to enjoy the comfort of playing with a lead.īut while those fast starts have been impressive, the Panthers have lacked that killer instinct.