NFC South Power Rankings

Oct 9, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) and quarterback Matt Ryan (2) celebrate the win over the Denver Broncos in the second half at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Falcons defeated the Broncos 23-16. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

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Oct 2, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Corey Brown (10) scores a touchdown against Atlanta Falcons defensive back Brian Poole (34) in the fourth quarter of their game at the Georgia Dome. The Falcons won 48-33. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Carolina Panthers

If you would have told me that the Panthers would not repeat the crazy season they had last year, I would have told you “Duh.” Last year’s performance was excellent, but it was mostly fueled by great defense, turnover-free football from Cam Newton, and a tad bit of great opportunities.

Last year’s performance was excellent, but it was mostly fueled by great defense, turnover-free football from Cam Newton, and a tad bit of great opportunities.

This season, the Panthers are not getting into their rhythm until later into games and they are suffering across the board from this. Additionally, it didn’t help that they allowed one of their best defenders to leave the team.

This is a team that can still ‘right the ship,’ it just needs to stop trying to be last year’s team and start setting a tone early.

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