Ron Rivera and the Washington Football Team spoiled Cam Newton's return to Charlotte, defeating the Carolina Panthers, 27-21, at Bank of America Stadium.

Since the Panthers lost, it's time to play the 'blame game'. Who should the subject be this week, the offense or the defense? Or was this a complete failure by both sides of the ball?

Thoughts on Newton's start. Are the Panthers still too reliant on Christian McCaffrey?

Where do the Panthers stand in the NFC Wild Card race? How big of a dent did the loss have on their prospects? Can the Panthers make the playoffs with a losing record at home?

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