In-helmet comms between Jackson Arnold and coach 'just a little bit inconsistent'

What happened

In-helmet communication problems between coach Matt Rhule and quarterback Jackson Arnold limited the Carolina Panthers' ability to adjust during Saturday's preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. Rhule admitted following the 21-0 loss that there were some issues with the communication system, which made it difficult for him to get the plays called in to Arnold.

Play calling

Rhule said that the communication problems were "just a little bit inconsistent," and that they didn't have a major impact on the game. However, he also acknowledged that the issues did make it more difficult for him to call plays and get the offense into the right formation.

Arnold's take on communication

Arnold said that he was able to hear Rhule's play calls "most of the time," but that there were a few instances where the communication was cut off. He said that the communication problems didn't affect his performance, but that they did make it a little more difficult for him to get the offense into the right formation.

Communication key to avoid confusion

Communication is key in any sport, but it is especially important in football. When the quarterback and coach can't communicate effectively, it can lead to confusion and mistakes. In the Panthers' case, the communication problems between Rhule and Arnold limited the team's ability to adjust to the Bills' defense and put points on the board.

Conclusion

The Panthers will need to fix their communication problems before the regular season starts. If they can't, it could have a major impact on their ability to win games. Arnold is a talented quarterback, but he needs to be able to communicate effectively with his coach in order to succeed.