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Accuracy wavers for Heinicke, an undersized passer not blessed with a strong right arm. Yet he completed 42 of 52 passes for four touchdowns and zero interceptions in the past two wins, including 16 of 22 at Carolina. His completion percentage above expectation, 19.5, topped all Week 11 quarterbacks through Sunday, per Next Gen Stats

“(Heinicke) is just a guy who plays to win it,” Panthers cornerback and former teammate Donte Jackson said. “He really competed today and it was nice. I was very impressed.”

Though Heinicked finished with only 206 yards — Washington gashed Carolina for 190 rushing yards — he remained aggressive. His 12.5 average intended air yards led all quarterbacks this week.

“He’s going out there and has full grasp of the offense,” Carter said. “He’s letting it rip.”