Carolina Panthers

The Panthers scored twice in four possessions before QB Cam Newton was pulled midway through the second quarter in favor of backup Derek Anderson. Newton acquitted himself well in 17 snaps, completing eight of 12 passes for 162 yards, including a 61-yard catch-andsprint collaboration with WR Ted Ginn Jr. TE Greg Olsen (back spasms) was held out of the game as a precaution. Coach Ron Rivera said he harbored no long-term concerns. Rookie watch: Rookie CB James Bradberry remains entrenched with the No. 1 defensive unit, while rookie CB Daryl Wor

ley struggled with technique against Tennessee Titans WR Tajae Sharpe. Fellow rookie CB

Zack Sanchez had an interception, broke up a pass and continues to push for playing time. ... It looks like the bulk of early playing time for top pick DT Ver

non Butler will come in subpackage and passing situations. ... Undrafted rookie RB Jalen

“Scoot” Simmons from South Carolina State caught a 6-yard scoring pass from No. 3 QB Joe

Webb and looks like a candidate for the practice squad.

Noteworthy: CB Bene Benwikere appears to be healthy and settling into his role as a nickel back. He intercepted a pass by Titans QB Marcus Mariota in the first quarter. ... Kasey Redfern handled the punting duties in the absence of injured Mike Scifres (knee). ... The Panthers signed veteran OT Willie Smith.