Locked On Panthers

The Carolina Panthers open their 2022 season with a gut-wrenching, 26-24, loss to the Cleveland Browns. The Panthers battled back to take a 24-23 lead with 1:13 left thanks to a 34-yard field goal by Eddy Pineiro. The Browns responded with a six-play, 35-yard drive capped by rookie Cade York's 58-yard field. Two questionable penalties aided the Browns final drive. First, a roughing the passer call on Brian Burns then a no-call on a Jacoby Brissett attempted spike. Julian Council tries to make sense of these two officiating decisions that are being highlighted in the aftermath of the Panthers loss.Baker Mayfield made his debut for the Carolina Panthers completing 16 of 27 passes for 235 yards including a touchdown and interception. Julian breaks down Baker's debut along with the offense's slow start as former All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey was limited in his opportunities. Plus, thoughts on Ickey Ekwonu's debut as he faced off against Myles Garrett.The Panthers run defense was a major issue last seas