But in 2024, the Carolina defense was historically poor. The Panthers allowed 534 points, the most in one season in NFL history. Carolina broke the record of the 1981 Baltimore Colts by one point. The Panthers defense yielded 6,877 yards in 2024. Only one team in the NFL history has allowed more – the 2012 New Orleans Saints, who gave up 7,042.

Led by a career day from second-year quarterback Bryce Young, the Panthers upset the once-playoff-hopeful Atlanta Falcons for a walk-off 44-38 overtime victory this afternoon. Young notched a career-high five touchdowns—completing 25 of his 34 passing attempts for 251 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for another 24 yards and two scores.

The Carolina Panthers are moving on to better things. Following Sunday's overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons they're done with their 2024 schedule and will begin to focus on the 2025 campaign. There's a long road between now and then,