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Carolina Panthers Dominate at Bank of America Stadium Against Buffalo Bills

21-0


Carolina Panthers wide receiver Derek Wright (83) in action during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Commanders, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Landover, Md. The Panthers won 23-21. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The Carolina Panthers showcased a commanding performance at the Bank of America Stadium, leaving the Buffalo Bills scoreless in a decisive victory. The Panthers' season record now stands at an impressive 3-0, while the Bills have yet to secure a win with a 0-3 record. The final score reflected the Panthers' dominance on their home turf: 21-0.


The Carolina offense was efficient throughout the game, with their passing game accumulating 188 yards and achieving a completion percentage of approximately 61 percent. Quarterback play was solid, contributing two touchdowns through the air without succumbing to any interceptions or sacks. The longest pass completed stretched for 21 yards and one of those passes resulted in a touchdown covering almost the same distance.


On the ground, though less explosive than their aerial attack, the Panthers managed to add another touchdown to their tally. Despite averaging only two yards per carry over twenty-five attempts and facing six tackles for loss that cost them ten yards overall, they still found enough momentum to push into the end zone when it counted most.


Special teams also played its part; punting was particularly effective as they averaged over fifty-one yards across five attempts with two landing inside the twenty-yard line. Their kick return unit added twenty-seven yards on their sole return opportunity.


Defensively, Carolina was impenetrable; they recorded three sacks for thirty-six lost yardage against Buffalo's quarterbacks and applied consistent pressure resulting in four quarterback hits. Additionally, they defended three passes effectively and secured an interception that was returned for three yards.


Red zone efficiency stood out as well; Carolina capitalized on all three occasions when within scoring distance and converted half of their fourth-down attempts into first downs or better. Their third-down conversion rate hovered around fifty-three percent which helped maintain drives and control possession time significantly longer than Buffalo.


As fans left Bank of America Stadium after witnessing such a dominant home performance by Carolina Panthers against Buffalo Bills, discussions likely turned towards next week's matchup where fans can tune in again to see if their team can continue this strong start to the season.

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