What the Raiders should expect from the Carolina Panthers in Week 1
Who is one under-the-radar player the Raiders should be concerned with?
The one player who goes relatively under the radar that could be set for big things in 2020 is Curtis Samuel. The wide receiver can do it all, and seems to put his early injury problems behind him if his 2019 campaign was any indication.
This is a pivotal year for Samuel, which is the last on his rookie contract. The Panthers opted not to trade him during the NFL Draft and a substantial payday could be coming the player’s way if he reaches or even exceeds expectations this season.
Samuel can operate out wide, in the slot, or even at running back and he represents a matchup nightmare in all three spots thanks to his elusiveness and polished route-running.
What impact will Robby Anderson have on the Panthers offense?
The addition of Robby Anderson could be huge for the Panthers. He has been lighting it up at training camp and there is a significant chance he can take his game to new heights with a more consistent quarterback getting him the ball.
Putting Anderson opposite D.J. Moore is going to give him plenty of space to work in. He is one of the NFL’s best deep threat weapons at the top of his game and his familiarity with his former college coach Matt Rhule is another thing working in his favor following an unprecedented offseason of disruption.