Tracking the NFC South: Panthers, Saints take early division lead

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — After a winless first weekend in the NFC South, the division began to space out ever so slightly in Week 2. The Panthers and Saints took an early 1-game lead over the Falcons and Buccaneers, and they now sit tied atop the standings. Atlanta can close that gap on Thursday night, as it kicks off Week 3 in the NFL against the Green Bay Packers in prime time. Throughout the season, this piece will check in on the four teams in the division, tracking their performance and noting the standout players from each game. Teams will…