Matthew Stafford made three mistakes (two interceptions, one lost fumble), and Bryce Young had two touchdowns in the second-half. The Rams dropped to 9-3 for the season. The Panthers have a record of 7-6. They are 6-1 when it comes to one-score matches, which puts them in the thick of the NFC South race. Opportunistic Panthers win big Stafford’s touchdown pass to wide receiver Davante Adam on the Rams first drive in the game set an NFL record for the 28th touchdown since his last interception. Stafford had thrown interceptions in Weeks 2, 3 and 4, but nothing since. That changed Sunday in Charlotte when Stafford equaled his season total of two interceptions in the first half. Mike Jackson scored a touchdown after returning the interception by the Panthers’ cornerback, which was intended for Puka Ncua. Stafford had only eight interceptions last season. This was the first season that he threw fewer than ten in a season that he played at least fifteen games.| NFL Highlights Stafford threw only eight interceptions in 16 games last season, but that was the first time in his career that he had fewer than 10 in a season in which he had played at least 15 games. The Panthers defense scored its third turnover, which was the perfect ending to the game. Stafford had been due for a regression and it happened quickly and in just one game. Derrick Brown, a defensive tackle, forced Stafford to fumble on third-and-10, in Panthers’ territory. Carolina recovered the fumble. The Panthers are now 7-6, and they should be taken seriously. Although they haven’t been particularly convincing with their victories, the Panthers are still only a game and a half behind Tampa Bay Buccaneers who lead the NFC South. Loss may prove costly to the RamsThe Rams’ 9-3 record is still good enough for them to qualify for the playoffs. But this loss marks their third against an NFC competitor this year. This puts them at a conference record of 4-3; the Bears have a standing of 6-2. Therefore, the Rams’ defeat puts Chicago on top in the NFC standings. If they hope to receive a first round bye in the postseason, there is little room for error. Young shines in crucial momentsThe Panthers played 29 plays during their first three drives after the half, but only eight passes. Those…
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