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It's been difficult, to put it mildly, for Carolina two years into the Matt Rhule era. The Panthers have a 1-3 record so far despite having a new quarterback, and there aren't many encouraging signs.

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A statistic revealed on Monday by NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero helps put the dire situation in Charlotte in context.

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Tweeting, "Matt Rhule's #Panthers are now 1-26 when the opposition scores at least 17 points -

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includes 24 consecutive defeats. It began to spread like wildfire among league fans.

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One user retorted, "Why TF does he still have a job."

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How much longer must Tepper wait before firing Rhule? Another query. "Shut up and [EXPLETIVE] with it. The collegiate record of Rhule versus rated opponents was terrible as well.

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A Commanders fan wrote, "A reminder that things may always be worse.

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The statistic is just appalling. Teams that are completely rebuilding are more competitive.