The Carolina Panthers finally won a game, earning just their second victory in their last 10. They beat Ron Rivera’s Washington Football Team on their home field, 20-13.

Here are eight takeaways from today’s win.

Carolina's defense shined again Since a disgusting display against Denver in Week 14, this Panthers defense has tightened up a… Since a disgusting display against Denver in Week 14, this Panthers defense has tightened up a lot. That trend continued today with a dominant performance against a short-handed opponent. Washington was held to just six points until garbage time and had four turnovers. more

Dwayne Haskins helped Of course the other team having a mess at the quarterback position doesn't hurt. Second-year QB… Of course the other team having a mess at the quarterback position doesn't hurt. Second-year QB Dwayne Haskins had a chance for some redemption after a scandalous week off the field. He blew it again though, throwing two picks and finishing with an ugly 36.9 passer rating. He was eventually benched for former Panthers QB Taylor Heinicke, so Haskins may be done in Washington. more

Teddy Bridgewater's descent continues The scariest thing about this game was that the Panthers' own starting QB wasn't much better.… The scariest thing about this game was that the Panthers' own starting QB wasn't much better. Bridgewater continued to get worse in all the ways that have plagued his game lately. His pocket awareness has totally dropped off, which has resulted in a lot of unneccessary sacks and turnovers. Today he was sacked four times and fumbled twice and had one interception. The occasional sharp throws he makes simply can't balance out his mistakes. This game would have been a blowout if Bridgewater had done his part. more

Joey Slye is in trouble Another key Carolina player who is clearly losing the confidence of Matt Rhule's staff is kicker… Another key Carolina player who is clearly losing the confidence of Matt Rhule's staff is kicker Joey Slye. Instead of trying field goals, the Panthers consistently went for it on fourth down today despite Bridgewater's troubles. Slye also missed another extra point, raising questions about how much longer he'll be around. more

Marquis Haynes made an impact The Panthers did get some surprisingly good performances, though. With Brian Burns limited by multiple injuries,… The Panthers did get some surprisingly good performances, though. With Brian Burns limited by multiple injuries, they got a strong showing from Marquis Haynes. He posted two tackles and forced a fumble on Haskins. more

Past time to pay Curtis Samuel Another playmaker that really stood out was wide receiver/running back Curtis Samuel. After a rough game… Another playmaker that really stood out was wide receiver/running back Curtis Samuel. After a rough game in Green Bay, he bounced back strong. Samuel racked up 158 total yards from scrimmage. With Marty Hurney gone, there's no excuse not to extend Samuel now. more

Another left tackle goes down Because it's 2020, one step forward and one step back is about as good as it… Because it's 2020, one step forward and one step back is about as good as it gets for this franchise. The team suffered another blow to the offensive line with left tackle Trent Scott going down due to a shoulder injury. Michael Schofield became the fifth player to put in time on the blind side this season. This is a spot that desperately needs a long-term answer. more

Kings of fumble recoveries Finally, we'll finish on a positive note. One thing this team has done well all year… Finally, we'll finish on a positive note. One thing this team has done well all year is recover fumbles. While luck has a fair amount to do with that, the Panthers came into this week leading the NFL in this stat and picked up a couple more at FedEx Field. more