Carolina Panthers: Key Players to watch against Dallas Cowboys

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ORCHARD PARK, NY – AUGUST 14: Daryl Williams #60 of the Carolina Panthers defends the backfield during the second half against the Buffalo Bills on August 14, 2015 during a preseason game at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. Carolina defeats Buffalo 25-24. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images) /

Taylor Moton / Daryl Williams (or Corey Robinson)

Most eyes will be on Cam Newton and running back Christian McCaffrey when the Carolina Panthers offense takes the field and rightfully so. They are two electric players that can make incredible plays in a blink of an eye.

However, neither of these dynamic playmakers will be able to do much if the offensive line doesn’t play well. The pressure will be specifically on the team’s offensive tackles to slow down one of the better pass rushers in the NFL.

DeMarcus Lawrence made the Pro Bowl last year thanks to his 14.5 sacks for the Cowboys. He will be tough to handle for Daryl Williams if he is able to go or Corey Robinson, who will be the likely replacement.

On the other side of the ball, the Cowboys are expected to have Randy Gregory back, who is an excellent pass rusher in his own right, however he has missed time due to suspensions. This could be a big first test for Taylor Moton, who will be making his first NFL start at left tackle.

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