The Panthers should be able to take care of business against a pretty pathetic Redskins team at home today. One thing that could work against them is if kicker Joey Slye continues to struggle. Slye has been regressing ever since the London game against the Buccaneers. Last week, Slye missed two extra point attempts and a critical short field goal late in the game against the Saints.
A few days ago, the team added former Browns kicker Greg Joseph to the practice squad. However, they’re rolling with Slye once again. They may come to regret that, because it sounds like he may be in for another rough game. According to the Charlotte Observer, Slye’s warmups didn’t go great. He missed two wide right.
Wind could be a significant factor for Slye today. It’s currently blowing around 15mph at the stadium.
Slye seems to be as good as any kicker in the league when it comes to attempts of 50 yards or more – he’s connected on six of nine so far this season. He’s been less successful on shorter field goals, though. Slye is 73.1% on field goals and 84.6% kicking extra points for the year.
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