Carolina Panthers: Game-by-Game predictions for 2018 season

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 10: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings in the first quarter during their game at Bank of America Stadium on December 10, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – DECEMBER 20: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants calls a play against the Carolina Panthers during their game at MetLife Stadium on December 20, 2015 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /

Week 3: vs. Cincinnati Bengals (9/23)

This will be a battle between two of the top quarterbacks from the 2011 NFL Draft as Newton will go up against Bengals’ Andy Dalton. The Bengals are coming off a 7-9 season however were active this offseason addressing key positions like offensive tackle and linebacker. This is a game that Christian McCaffrey and the run game could have a big impact as the Panthers secure their second win of the season.

Prediction: Win (2-1)

Week 4: Bye

Week 5: vs. New York Giants (10/7)

This could be called the Dave Gettleman Bowl as his current team, the New York Giants, face his former team, the Carolina Panthers. While this may not be exactly accurate the one thing that is clear that he has major impact on the shaping of these two rosters. This should be a tough game for the Panthers as the Giants offense has so many weapons. This should be a high scoring matchup and is one the Panthers fall short in.

Prediction: Loss (2-2)

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