Carolina Panthers: Key Takeaways from game against Patriots

CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 24: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter during their game at Bank of America Stadium on August 24, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

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CHARLOTTE, NC – DECEMBER 24: Shaq Green-Thompson #54 of the Carolina Panthers celebrates after a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on December 24, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

Shaq Thompson continues to shine

It seems this has been a trend the past few years as Carolina Panthers’ fans have been waiting for that breakout season from Shaq Thompson. The former first round pick has shown flashes but has not been able to put something together consistently.

However, 2018 may finally be that year as Thompson has looked great from training camp and through the first three preseason games. In the first half against the Patriots, Thompson finished with seven total tackles, including two tackles for losses.

The pressure will be on Thompson this year, especially in the beginning, with Thomas Davis suspended for the first four games of the year. If his performance this preseason carries over to the regular season, Thompson could finally have that breakout year.

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