Horn’s Week 1 masterpiece masked a Panthers defensive blueprint: eliminate the big-play threat and force the Jaguars into the run game. He snagged a one-handed interception that saved a touchdown and locked down Jacksonville’s wideouts all day, even as Lawrence faced heavy pressure and the Jaguars leaned on the ground attack. Carolina’s Week 1 win showed Horn’s payday is already paying dividends on the field, while Lawrence and Co. must adapt to a cornerback playing on another level.

Jacksonville tallied 200 rushing yards, but Horn’s coverage limited Thomas Jr., Hunter, and Dyami Brown to minimal impact through the air. Bryce Young’s Panthers debut added spicy context, with Derrick Brown and a disciplined secondary anchoring a defense that stifled a gifted offense and signaled possible upside for Panthers fantasy options as they navigate early-season schedules.