Carolina Panthers Offense Has Ability to Be Top Scoring Unit in 2012

July 29, 2012   ·   Charles Edwards   ·   Jump to comments

Steve Smith thinks the Carolina Panthers can be a scoring machine. At least he is optimistic about their chances. According to the Charlotte Observer's Joe Person, Smith talked about how he would like the team to double the numbers put up last year by the offense. Such talk is usually dismissed during this time of year, but just how good will the Carolina offense be in 2012?
The team was ranked fifth in total offense a year after being one of the worst units in the league. A lot of the team's success was due to the arrival of Cam Newton and new offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski. Newton broke records and gave opponents nightmares by showing the ability to not only scramble effectively but to pass as well.
The offense was so good that Steve Smith saw his career revived and Newton combined with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart to rush for over 2300 yards. All three of them rushed for at least 700 during the season.
So, what can be expected this year? The Pan...

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