🐾 Panthers Fall 7-17 to Saints in Charlotte – Bryce Young Struggles as Offense Stalls, But Faith Remains Strong

Charlotte, North Carolina, November 9, 2025
It was a tough afternoon at Bank of America Stadium as the Carolina Panthers fell to the New Orleans Saints 17-7 in Week 10 of the NFL 2025 season. Despite playing at home and entering the game with strong momentum, the Panthers couldn’t overcome a disciplined and determined Saints defense that dictated the tempo from start to finish.

💥 Offense Falters, Defense Wears Down

Coming into the matchup at 5-4, the Panthers were heavily favored over a struggling 1-8 Saints team. But on the field, it was New Orleans who played with hunger and heart. Carolina’s offense failed to find rhythm, managing only one touchdown all game as Bryce Young faced relentless pressure.

Young completed 15 of 26 passes for 164 yards, throwing one interception and getting sacked four times. Even when the Panthers reached the red zone late in the third quarter, the Saints’ defense, led by Tyrann Mathieu and Cameron Jordan, stood tall.

“We didn’t execute the way we planned. Credit to them — they played great defense,” said head coach Dave Canales after the game. “But I’m proud of our guys for not quitting.”

⚡ Saints Took Control, Panthers Lost Momentum

The Panthers opened the scoring with a 2-yard rushing touchdown by Chuba Hubbard in the first quarter, but that would be their only trip to the end zone. From that point on, the Saints controlled the game, limiting Carolina’s drives and capitalizing on key mistakes.

Despite the Panthers’ defense working hard, they couldn’t contain Derek Carr and Alvin Kamara, who sealed the game in the fourth quarter with a 12-yard TD pass from Carr to Chris Olave, putting the Saints up 17-7 for good.

📊 Game Stats

RJ Dowdle led the ground game with 14 carries for 65 yards, while Adam Thielen recorded 6 receptions for 82 yards. Still, turnovers and third-down inefficiency (3-for-11) proved costly for the Panthers.

🐾 Bryce Young Under Pressure

For Bryce Young, this was a game to learn from. After several strong performances, he was completely neutralized by the Saints’ defense. His fourth-quarter interception by Paulson Adebo was the turning point that sealed Carolina’s fate.

“We’ll learn from this. Every mistake is a lesson,” said Young postgame. “I take responsibility — I know I can be better.”

🔥 Panthers Fans: “We Still Keep Pounding”

Despite the defeat, Panthers Nation remained optimistic. Fans on social media shared messages of support and belief:

“We saw some flashes of potential. One loss doesn’t define us.”
“Bryce is still our guy. This is just a step back before the leap forward.”

Head coach Dave Canales echoed the same sentiment in his postgame press conference:

“We know who we are. We fight for every yard, every second, every play. And we’ll keep fighting. We’ll keep pounding.”

🏈 Looking Ahead

The loss drops Carolina to 6-4, but they remain near the top of the NFC South standings. The team will have a crucial chance to bounce back in Week 11 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a matchup that could play a key role in shaping the NFC playoff picture.

Final Score: New Orleans Saints 17 – Carolina Panthers 7
A disappointing loss, but not the end of the road. With heart, resilience, and the “Keep Pounding” mindset, Carolina’s fight continues.