Sunday afternoon was supposed to provide a breath of fresh air for Carolina Panthers fans. But all it brought, at least so far, was a nasty stench of nuclear proportions.
The Panthers were thoroughly thrashed throughout the first half of their 2024 regular-season opener against the New Orleans Saints—entering the break in a 30-3 hole.
That deficit was well-earned, as Carolina has been bested by New Orleans at every turn. They’ve gained just 74 total yards to the Saints’ 229, haven’t stopped the opposing offense once and fell short in the takeaway battle—two to none.
One of those turnovers came courtesy of quarterback Bryce Young—and on the very first play of the campaign, no less. Meanwhile, Derek Carr was made to look like the second coming of Drew Brees, as he completed 12 of his 16 throws for 121 yards and three touchdowns.
Needless to say, the Carolina faithful didn’t have much faith at halftime . . .
..and it’s only halftime of the first game. pic.twitter.com/yoFOxfzJFN
— Michael Bell (@avl_mike) September 8, 2024
Having to balance life watching The Carolina Panthers and being mentally sane
pic.twitter.com/0ZUFwFCdAc— * (@thatt1fann) September 8, 2024
Everyone: NO WAY they can be worse than last year
Panthers: pic.twitter.com/lHYCN4vvsu
— Roaring Riot (@roaringriot) September 8, 2024
30 burgered at halftime. Absolutely embarrassing.
— The 4 Man Rush (@4ourmanrush) September 8, 2024
The wagon… https://t.co/6fcGGaTGK1 pic.twitter.com/iDL1A3VVhC
— Jordan (@Jsullhart) September 8, 2024
On top of this, my Bojangles was nasty today… That should have been a sign
— Under Construction (@UnderCo10) September 8, 2024
