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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 2001
Page
11
Offensive MVP Richard Huntley in his first start rushed 52 yards on 14 carries for 3.7 yards per carry though he showed indecision at times. Defensive MVP Doug Evans intercepted near half time then cleverly stepped out of bounds to conserve time for a John Kasay field goal.
Gazette sports writer Steve Reed grades the Carolina Panthers after their Sunday matchup with the New York Jets. He assesses quarterback play, rushing efficiency, defense turnover impact, and special teams contributions, noting standout performances and areas needing improvement.
C Richard Huntley gained 52 yards on 14 carries and Brad Hoover added 33 yards on five attempts for the Panthers. The team totaled 92 rushing yards on 21 attempts but penalties and sporadic play doomed drives. Muhsin Muhammad and Donald Hayes were flagged on key blocks, and the offense over-relied on passing despite early success with the run.
Quarterback Chris Weinke completed 12 of 34 passes for 76 yards with one interception amid constant pressure. The Panthers failed to move deep into Jets territory, with Muhammad limited to six receptions for 50 yards over three games. Tight end Wesley Walls dropped a key third down ball and Weinke remained under pressure, showing less offense than in the season opener.
Curtis Martin piled up 159 rushing yards the most by any back against Carolina. The Jets total 188 rushing yards on 34 carries for a 5.5 yard average, with their only TD coming on a blocked punt return. Carolina shuffled its defensive line with four new starters including Sean Gilbert to end.
Panthers force three interceptions on Vinnie Testaverde and limit Jets to 181 passing yards. Rashard Anderson returned a fumbled pass 94 yards for the only Panthers TD, while Doug Evans extended his streak with an interception to six games. Jets miss Wayne Chrebet. Kevin Swayne has three receptions for 35 yards.
Jets take a 7 6 lead after a blocked punt returned seven yards for six points as Panthers special teams struggle. Kicker John Kasay misses an early extra point, a turning error echoed by Kasay’s later reflection. Carolina’s coverage also yields six punt returns totaling 59 yards by Craig Yeast.
The Panthers offense faced criticism for risky plays from their own end zone on first and ten at their own one, leading to a Weinke interception and setting up John Hall’s game winning field goal. Running the ball remained a weakness as the passing game faltered, prompting suggestions to adopt a shotgun formation to buy time and read the defense.
The Panthers forced four turnovers and scored a defensive touchdown but still fell short. For the third straight week they relinquished a late lead and lost, underscoring a trend of struggles to close out games.
Jets take a 7–6 lead in the first quarter after Jamie Henderson blocked Jets punter Todd Sauerbrun. Chris Hayes returned the ball 7 yards for a touchdown. Panthers struggle on offense as Chris Weinke’s longest pass is 11 yards and Muhsin Muhammad has limited receptions. Rashard Anderson returns a 94 yard fumble for a score for Carolina.
Panthers drop 13-12 to Jets as offense struggles with 76 passing yards by rookie Chris Weinke and 162 total yards. Receiver Muhsin Muhammad laments execution while coach George Seifert cites lack of rhythm and pressure as key factors. Richard Huntley fills in at running back with 52 yards on 14 carries as Carolina vows to regroup with nine weeks left.
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