CHARLOTTE - The Carolina Panthers (2-7) welcome the Atlanta Falcons (4-5) to Bank of America Stadium for a Thursday Night Football matchup, less than two weeks after an epic overtime finish in Atlanta.
Scroll below for more information on the Week 10 matchup, team connections, series history and stats comparison, presented by Amazon Next Gen Stats.
Game Reset
- Carolina Panthers (2-7) vs. Atlanta Falcons (4-5)
- Bank of America Stadium | Charlotte, N.C.
- Thursday, Nov. 10 | 8:15 p.m. ET | Amazon Prime
- Panthers Roster | Panthers Depth Chart
- Falcons Roster | Falcons Depth Chart
- How to Watch | Wear Black
History: Panthers vs. Falcons
- Carolina is 20-35 all-time against the Falcons | Series History
- Current Streak: Falcons W2
- Carolina's last home win over Atlanta came in 2017
Player/Coach Connections
- Falcons player Damiere Byrd used to play for Carolina
- Falcons offensive coordinator Dave Ragone was on Carolina's practice squad in 2007
- Panthers players Derrick Brown, Cameron Erving, Tommy Tremble and Jaycee Horn all grew up in Georgia
- Falcons players Colby Gossett (Appalachian State), A.J. Terrell (Clemson), Grady Jarrett (Clemson), Damiere Byrd (South Carolina), Byran Edwards (South Carolina) and Bradley Pinion (Clemson) all went to college in the Carolinas
- Falcons head coach Arthur Smith played football at North Carolina from 2001-04
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Carolina | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| Offense | ||
| Total Yards/Game | 289.9 (30th) | 320.1 (25th) |
| Rushing Yards/Game | 105.3 (22nd) | 162.9 (4th) |
| Net Passing Yards/Game | 184.6 (28th) | 157.2 (30th) |
| Sacks Allowed | 21 (t-18th) | 21 (t-18th) |
| Third Down Efficiency | 26.7 (32nd) | 45.0 (6th) |
| Points/Game | 19.9 (23rd) | 24.1 (10th) |
| Defense | ||
| Total Yards/Game | 370.3 (27th) | 406.9 (31st) |
| Rushing Yards/Game | 139.3 (28th) | 106.9 (8th) |
| Passing Yards/Game | 231.0 (21st) | 300.0 (32nd) |
| Sacks | 14 (t-27th) | 12 (t-30th) |
| Third Down Efficiency | 42.6 (25th) | 47.5 (29th) |
| Takeaways | 8 (t-24th) | 13 (t-8th) |
| Points Allowed/Game | 25.3 (29th) | 25.0 (t-26th) |
Notes and Trends
Walker to start
- PJ Walker will get the start against Atlanta, less than two weeks after he had a career day with 317 passing yards against the Falcons.
- Walker has played in four career games against Atlanta, more than any other opponent.
Ickey's solid
- Since Week 4, Ikem Ekwonu has not allowed a sack and posted an overall blocking grade of 80.5, good for sixth-best among all offensive tackles.
- Despite a slow start, Ekwonu now has the second-best PFF grade (69.2) among rookie offensive linemen this season.
DJ Moore looking to get hot vs. Atlanta
- DJ Moore has had some big games in his career against Atlanta. He has more receptions (37) and receiving yards (689) against the Falcons than any other opponent, while his 18.6 yards per catch is second-most.
- Moore has three TD receptions of 50 yards or more against Atlanta.
Shaq good for 10
- Shaq Thompson had 10 tackles against Cincinnati last week, his 20th career game with at least 10 tackles. That is second-most among Panthers over the last decade, trailing only Luke Kuechly (50).
- Thompson leads the team and is tied for 16th in the NFL with 69 tackles this season.
Big second halves
- The Panthers offense has been coming on in the second halves of games. Since Week 5, the Panthers have 71 points in the third and fourth quarters, good for second-best in the NFL. The team's 949 second-half yards are third in the league in that stretch.
2022 Statistical Milestones to Watch
- Brian Burns (31.5) needs 1.0 sacks to tie Kawann Short (32.5) for seventh place in franchise history in career sacks.
- Derrick Brown (14) needs four pass deflections to tie Julius Peppers (18) for the most by a Panthers defensive lineman in his first three seasons.
- Brown (42) needs 13 tackles to tie Kawann Short (55, 2015/2016) for the most tackles by a Panthers DT in a single season.
- Shaq Thompson needs 31 tackles for his fourth consecutive season with at least 100 tackles. That would tie Jon Beason (4 straight) for third-most behind Thomas Davis (5 straight) and Luke Kuechly (8 straight).
- Donte Jackson (14) needs three interceptions to tie Mike Minter for fourth in franchise history.
- JJ Jansen (218) needs three games played to tie John Kasay (221) for most in Panthers franchise history.
View photos of the Panthers from games where they've worn black pants and black jerseys. Carolina has worn black uniforms and black pants 18 times in franchise history prior to this Thursday night.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
DJ Moore gains yards after making a reception against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis celebrate a defensive stop against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Christian McCaffrey stiff-arms a defender against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
The defensive line prepares for a snap against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Cam Newton drops back to pass against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Cam Newton breaks a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
Carolina Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson (95) is shown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Charlotte, NC, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. (AP Photo / Mike McCarn)
The New York Jets offense lines up against the Carolina Panthers defense during an NFL football game in Charlotte, NC, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. (AP Photo / Mike McCarn)
Carolina Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams (34) runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Charlotte, NC, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. (AP Photo / Mike McCarn)
Carolina Panthers' Captain Munnerlyn (41) looks to the end zone crowd as he runs his interception against the New York Jets into the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. The Panthers won 30-20. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
Carolina Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams (34) runs the ball for a touchdown during an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Charlotte, NC, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. (AP Photo / Mike McCarn)
The Denver Broncos offense lines up against the Carolina Panthers defense during an NFL football game in Charlotte, NC Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs against San Francisco 49ers during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore (21) runs against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) makes a catch against San Francisco 49ers defensive back Perrish Cox (20) during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
RAW FILE - Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) heads for the goal line as Denver Broncos' Champ Bailey (24) looks to make a tackle during the second half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. The Broncos won 36-14. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith (89) makes a touchdown reception against San Francisco 49ers cornerback Tarell Brown (25)during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) San Francisco 49ers free safety Eric Reid (35) during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Anquan Boldin (81) is tackled by Carolina Panthers cornerback Captain Munnerlyn (41) during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2013 file photo, Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) stretches with teammates before an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Charlotte, N.C. Williams, a Memphis alum and a big supporter of the school's teams, drove 2.5 hours to see the Tigers fall to Virginia on Sunday, March 23, 2014. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone, File)
Mike Adams huddles up with the defensive backs against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) looks for a receiver during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Charlotte, NC Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Denver Broncos' Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball as Carolina Panthers' Josh Norman (24) defends during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith (89) celebrates hiss touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Christian McCaffrey carries the football against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith runs on to the field during player introductions before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)
Cam Newton's breath can be seen in the cold air before a snap against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Brandon LaFell (11) runs the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Julius Peppers signals for a turnover against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Thomas Davis and Efe Obada line up against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Christian McCaffrey celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Cleveland at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
DJ Moore breaks a tackle against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Julius Peppers smiles after the defense got a sack against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
