Panthers
Off to a 5-0 start despite ranking 23rd in total defense, the Carolina Panthers arent doing it with mirrors. ... " The Panthers racked up several impressive statistics defensively last season. ... The Panthers were outgained by Jacksonville 331-242 in the season opener, but won 24-23. ... The Panthers did it again Sunday, being outgained by the Colts 369-341 but winning 23-20 in overtime. ... Will Witherspoon posted 10 tackles for the Panthers. ... Indianapolis offense had been held to only five three-and-outs in four games prior to Sundays loss to the Panthers. ... The Panthers offenses ability to run the ball has clearly given the defense new life late in games. After halftime, the Panthers won the time of possession battle 23:19 to 11:40. ... While the Panthers are five games above .