New Orleans Saints vs. Carolina Panthers: Bold predictions for Week 15

2. Christian McCaffrey finishes the game with two touchdowns

There’s no doubt the impact Christian McCaffrey has made. The Carolina Panthers would be a completely different team without him. With Cam Newton at the helm, the Panthers were used to him getting out and using his legs. Even with Jonathan Stewart, the team still relied heavily on Newton.

This season, the team was able to rely on McCaffrey. In his rookie year, McCaffrey did fine, but nothing compared to what he’s accomplished this year. Thus far, McCaffrey has tripled the number of touchdowns he had last season along with doubling the number of rushing yards he had. Keep in mind that he still has three more games to play yet.

Going up against the Saints isn’t going to be easy, but I predict McCaffrey will make a big impact. McCaffrey will finish the game with two touchdowns: one rushing and one receiving. Even with his four interceptions against the Bucs, Newton was still able to find McCaffrey and connect with him.

Even with the team’s lack of success, Newton and McCaffrey’s connection has been solidified. The Saints defense is going to have their hands full as McCaffrey is a double threat as a rusher and receiver. If the Panthers keep getting the ball in McCaffrey’s hands, there’s no telling the damage he’ll be able to do against the Saints.