GumboBC

Even though the Panthers made it to the Super Bowl, they weren\'t really any better than a lot of 8-8 teams, IMO. I think they just got some LUCKY breaks and kinda got on a roll in the playoffs.

One of their strengths last year WAS their offensive line. They opened up big holes for thier runningbacks and allowed Jake Delhomme more than enough time in the pocket to wait for receivers to come open.

Their offensive line was already on shaky footing. Now they appear to be a very bad offensive line.

If you think the Bucs had a dramatic droppoff from their Super Bowl year, just watch the Panthers this year.

Things are different for them this year:

1. Tougher schedule.
2. Will get everyones best game.
3. Weak offensive line.
4. Higher expectations.
5. Probably won\'t stay as injury free as they did last year.
6. Secondary lost a couple of key players.

Oh yeah, that carriage Jake was riding in might just turn back in to a pumpkin, Cinderella!! :P