Carolina aims to shore up early inconsistency ahead of showdown vs. Tampa Bay

Linebacker finds other ways to make defensive contributions

Receiver delivers a breakout game against the Rams

Reserve defensive backs step up to stun Los Angeles 31-28 

Veteran linebacker steps up from practice squad 

Panthers need passing attack to complement ground game

Bryce Young struggling to connect with receivers on deep routes

Carolina falls flat against New Orleans in NFC South contest