CHARLOTTE — It was Monday in Bank of America Stadium, less than 24 hours after the Panthers had notched their fourth win of the season to go over .500 for the first time late in the season since Week 11 of the 2019 season. Coaches stood in hallways discussing moments from the film session everyone had just taken part in. Players milled about, gathering snacks before heading back into meetings, and there was a general buzz zipping down the football areas of the Panthers' facilities.

That in and of itself was noticeable, because it was the third straight Monday that players and coaches were conducting business as usual after a win, instead of taking what is colloquially known in the NFL as "Victory Monday."

Asked on Sunday, following a 13-6 win over the Jets, if that would be happening soo

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