Baker Mayfield proved why the Panthers were right to name him starting quarterback after he impressively went 9-of-15 pass attempts for 89 yards with two touchdowns in the team’s final preseason game.
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Mayfield’s best pass on Friday night racked up millions of views due to the fact that he was able to perfectly place a pass through double coverage.
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Panthers head coach Matt Rhule was impressed with Mayfield’s play on Friday night.
think the biggest thing is—I guess he’s played two preseason games—he’s protected the ball, kept the ball out of harm’s way,” “At the same time, not afraid to make aggressive throws. The corner route he threw to Chuba [Hubbard] was an aggressive throw.”