Fox Pleased with Panthers Week One Effort

Panthers coach John Fox used his Monday press conference to praise several of his players for their efforts in Sunday’s season-opening win at St. Louis.  Fox says quarterback Jake Delhomme, who threw three touchdowns and no interceptions, made some of his best plays when he simply threw the ball away instead of forcing a throw.  The Panthers offensive line drew praise from Fox after opening holes for running backs DeShaun Foster and DeAngelo Williams.  The duo rushed for 156 yards.  Fox also gave high marks to several defensive players, including safeties Chris Harris and Deke Cooper.  Harris and Cooper each forced a fumble and pleased Fox with their overall play.  The Panthers are the only team in the NFC South with a victory and host a week-two game with Houston this Sunday.