NFL power rankings, Week 7: Chiefs rise, Packers fall

87. Bad luck continues to plague the Panthers, who lost to the Saints on a last-second field goal. Cam Newton returned from his concussion and was 27 of 47 with 322 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception in the second quarter. Despite leading New Orleans in time of possession, red zone scoring, and penalties they could not contain the Saints offense. Carolina’s defense, which they hung their hat on last year en route to Super Bowl 50, allowed over 400 passing yards by Drew Brees. They sacked Brees just once, and forced only one turnover, highlighting the importance of having Josh Norman prowling in the secondary. <p>Next Week: Carolina will finally have a week where they are guaranteed not to lose. The Panthers will enter their bye week as a shocking 1-5 team searching for answers. While the 2015 team won the NFC, the team this year will be lucky not to have the worst record in the conference.</p> <p>Playoff hopes: The Panthers opened the season with great odds to make the playoffs for the fourth straight year. Their shocking decline leaves them several games out of the playoff race, especially with the Falcons early dominance. Now is the time we learn what type of leader Cam Newton is.</p>. 1-5. Previous: . Carolina Panthers. 29. team