Matchup: The Broncos-Panthers matchup marks just the second time in NFL history that the teams who faced off in the previous Super Bowl meet again in Week 1.
Super Bowl 50: The Panthers only had one game last year where they never held the lead -- Super Bowl 50 against the Denver Broncos.
Streak on the line: Carolina has rushed for at least 100 yards in 32 straight games (including the playoffs).