Was it a perfect win? No. But it's better than an imperfect loss. With more on the next steps, the rookie class, quarterback questions, whether socks are truly lucky, and a very special letter.

Dave Canales isn't quite ready to name a starting QB for the Carolina Panthers ahead of their trip to Germany. Plus injury updates and celebration practices.

To make plays late on both sides of the ball, in a game that had plenty of chances to get sideways, was evidence to them of what Dave Canales is trying to build.

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's win against the Saints in Week 9. 

The veteran cornerback leaned on knowledge from 2019 to execute his game-winning pass breakup, capping a defensive performance that bent but never broke. 

Hubbard had two touchdowns, and a group with two starters at new positions cleared the way for the second win of the season.

With four chances, rookie tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders found a way to change the game for the Panthers in their second win of the season. 

Leading a game-winning touchdown drive, and being able to take knees in victory formation were new experiences for a guy who was benched after two games this season.

Chuba Hubbard's second touchdown was the difference, as the Panthers got their second win of the season.

The Panthers will be without left tackle Ikem Ekwonu, as expected. Tight end Tommy Tremble is also inactive, after he was listed as questionable on the injury report.

The team signed the veteran tight end from the practice squad Saturday, adding some depth at the position. Plus other moves.

The Panthers first-round pick in 2004, Gamble went onto a standout career here, and holds the franchise record for career interceptions.