Darnold's struggles could spur interest in Watson trade
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold, center, watches his team play during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold, center, watches his team play during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Oct. 24, 2021 04:11 PM EDT
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass as he is hit by New York Giants' Leonard Williams (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The play was ruled intentional grounding in the end zone, resulting in a safety. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass as he is hit by New York Giants' Leonard Williams (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The play was ruled intentional grounding in the end zone, resulting in a safety. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Oct. 24, 2021 01:54 PM EDT
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass over New York Giants' Tae Crowder (48) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass over New York Giants' Tae Crowder (48) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Oct. 24, 2021 01:33 PM EDT
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Oct. 24, 2021 01:28 PM EDT