Carolina Panthers-related news and nuggets from around the web.
The Panthers chase for perfection ends. [NY Times]
But it may be a blessing in disguise. [Bleacher Report]
And a chance to regroup and refocus. [SI]
Another explanation for why it may not have been a bad loss. [CBS Sports]
Week 16 grades. [Charlotte Observer]
How the Falcons did it. [AJC]
Updated playoff picture after a wild Sunday. [The Big Lead]
A large group of Panther fans welcomed the team back to Charlotte: