At first glance the absence of three of the Rams' best players would seem to suggest that the Rams will struggle against the Panthers today. But that is not always how things work out.
Consider this, Mike Martz has had time to develop a game plan suited to the players he has healthy. He may not be the best game-day coach in the league, or even in the top 25, but he does know how to game plan. He can mix things up and come out with some real surprises. On the other side, the Panthers defense cannot possibly prepare themselves completely for what may be coming.
How many times over the years have we seen a QB or RB go down in a game and then watched their replacements have stellar games. It happens all the time. The reason is that coaches adjust their play calling to the players they have on the field, and to the confidence they have in each individual players. The most recent example of this is Chad Hutchinson against the Viking last week.
Look for the Panthers defense to struggle a bit against the Rams in the first half, but then adjust in the second half and play better. Also, a tip here for Fantasy players with Nick Goings on their rosters, look for the Panthers to work very hard to establish the run and keep the Rams offense off the field.
This is a dangerous game for the Panthers, winning or losing could depend on how well they adjust to what the Rams are doing.
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