Ellis Williams: With trade talks stalled for Deshaun Watson, Panthers must steady Sam Darnold

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s time the Panthers fully commit to Sam Darnold for the remainder of the season and look internally to solve their offensive issues. On Wednesday morning, The Observer confirmed reports that the Panthers had pulled themselves out of trade conversations with the Houston Texans involving embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson. Talks between Carolina and Houston picked up again following the Panthers’ 25-3 loss to the New York Giants. Sam Darnold was pulled in the fourth quarter while Carolina trailed by 12. Coach Matt Rhule said he hoped backup quarterback PJ Walker would prov…

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