Black and Blue ReviewHOW THE NFC SOUTH WAS WON
On the last day of November, the season appeared over for the Panthers. They hadn’t won in two months, and they were blown out by the below-average Vikings.
28 days and four straight wins later, Carolina left Atlanta as champions of the NFC South.
How?
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STATS AND SUPERLATIVES
The Panthers:
- Are the first repeat NFC South champion since the NFL realigned in 2002.
- Are the second NFL team to make the postseason after a six-game losing streak. Cincinnati also did it in 1970.
- Scored two defensive touchdowns in the same game for the first time in franchise history.
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WINNING SCENES
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QUOTES TO NOTE
“Did we ever doubt ourselves? Did we ever kick it in? Did we ever throw it in the tank? Did we? I didn’t think we did. That’s why we’re kings of the South two years in a row.” — Panthers cornerback Josh Norman
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GAME STORY
ATLANTA (AP) — The Carolina Panthers’ big-play defense appears capable of making a difference in the playoffs – even for a team with a losing record.
Roman Harper and Tre Boston returned interceptions for touchdowns and Carolina recorded six sacks, leading the Panthers to a 34-3 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday to win the woeful NFC South.
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GAME BOOK
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Panthers/Falcons Week 17 Scheduling Possibilities
The Panthers' winner-take-all matchup with the Falcons wasn't moved to primetime, but it could still be flexed into a later timeslot. Read more
Panthers' Playoff Picture
The Panthers will make the playoffs with a win or tie, and if either happen, they'll host the Cardinals or Seahawks. Read more
First Falcons Game May Have Helped Panthers
When the Panthers lost to the Falcons in Week 11, it was easy to question Ron Rivera's end-of-the-game decisions. Read more
The Cam Newton Comeback Few Seem to Care About
If Cam Newton plays a near-flawless game in a must-win situation with two broken bones in his back, it doesn't attract much attention. Read more
Panthers and Falcons to Kick Off at 4:25
The Panthers and Falcons will play for the NFC South title at 4:25 Sunday afternoon on CBS. Read more
Olsen, Kuechly Named to Pro Bowl
Greg Olsen has finally gotten his due. He was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career Tuesday night. Read more
Playoff Push Goes Beyond This Season
Sunday's winner-take-all game against the Falcons is a step toward what the Panthers are trying to build. Read more
Will Georgia Dome Again Turn Into Bank of America Stadium South?
With the Panthers nearing the end of their 20th year, Jerry Richardson is still waiting to check off the two biggest items on his NFL owner bucket list. Read more
Panthers Share Christmas Memories
A handful of players answer the question: "What was the best Christmas present you got when you were a kid?" Read more
Newton Spreads Holiday Cheer, Downplays Return Home
For Cam Newton, playing in his hometown of Atlanta has a special meaning. At least, that's something he's admitted previously. Read more
Scenes From Panthers' Christmases
A look, via social media, at how some Panthers celebrated the holiday. Read more
Quotes to Note: Mike Smith and Roddy White
"Every time we play Carolina it feels like it is just chippy." - Falcons receiver Roddy White Read more
Healthy Panthers Ready for NFC South Title Game
The Panthers are in remarkably good health heading into Sunday's Week 17 winner-take-all matchup. Read more
Two Success Stories From Week 11
While the Panthers fell to the Falcons earlier this year, they did do a few things well in that first meeting.
Panthers/Falcons: Then and Now
The Panthers and Falcons have each gotten better since they first faced off this year, but Carolina's improvement has been steeper. Read more
Cleaning Out the Week 17 Quotebook
"The opportunity’s there for both of us, with the pressure being on them because it home field. There’s a lot of expectations for them.” - Ron Rivera Read more