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Panthers Fall 21-18 Against Indianapolis - Game Recap

The Colts grabbed a Pre-Season Week 1 victory over the Panthers on Sunday, winning 21-18 at Lucas Oil Stadium.

The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -3.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors. Those betting OVER the total were also victorious as the final score equalled an OVER play.

Sam Ehlinger rushed for 30 yards, while Benny LeMay added 26 yards in the win. Tarik Black and Mike Strachan added 67 and 57 receiving yards respectively.

Chuba Hubbard rushed for 80 yards for Carolina, while Spencer Brown added 25 yards. P.J. Walker threw for 161 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Terrace Marshall Jr. and David Moore had 88 and 26 yards respectively.

Carolina was outgained by Indianapolis 427-313 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 24-12 by the Colts.

The time of possession battle favored Indianapolis as their offense was on the field for 34:01, longer than the 25:59 of their opponents.

Next game, Indianapolis takes its act on the road to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Carolina, they head home to face Baltimore.