Carolina Panthers: Key players to watch against the Atlanta Falcons

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Amini Silatolu/Tyler Larsen

This is one of two decisions the Carolina Panthers will have to make along their offensive line ahead of Sunday’s game. While it won’t be easy to replace Turner, this decision would seemingly be easier than the decision they will make at right tackle.

This is due to the fact that both of these players have experience in this offense. Silatolu is entering his second year of his second stint with the team. He was drafted in the second round by the Panthers in 2012 however his career never got off the ground due to injuries.

Meanwhile, Larsen saw plenty of playing time last year with the Panthers but it was as the team’s starting center in place of Ryan Kalil.

The likely choice here would be Silatolu because of his experience, specifically at right guard. However, whoever replaces Turner will have big shoes to fill.

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