Week 14 NFL Power Rankings, Green Bay Packers Claim Top Spot
Nov 30, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (97) sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) during the fourth quarter at TCF Bank Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Panthers 31-13. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
team. 87. <p>The Carolina Panthers started off the season as one of the better teams in the rankings. There were problems at the offensive line that were cause for concern. Even with those issues, to think that this team would only have three wins at this point of the year was crazy talk.</p> <p>Now, it’s not so crazy. The lack of talent on the offensive line and the receiver position has really held this team back. Cam Newton has not been able to be himself, taking more hits than any other quarterback. It’s not just the offense, though. The defense, which was a top five unit last season, completely fell on their faces. Last season, they allowed 15 points per game. This year that number has nearly doubled, as they are allowing teams to score 27.6 per game; ranking them 27th in the league.</p> <p>The defense collapse and a lack of offensive weapons have caused the Panthers to win just one game in their last ten attempts. Ron Rivera, this just in, your job may be in jeopardy.</p>. (3-8-1). Previous: . Carolina Panthers. 27