For only the second time in modern NFL history - a team with a sub .500 record has reached the playoffs. This time around - the Carolina Panthers will host the Arizona Cardinals.
I like the Panthers in this game - no matter what the records say. The Panthers are playing solid football and getting healthy at the right moment - Cam Newton hasn't looked this good all year. On the other side, the Cardinals are starting a third-string QB - this doesn't bode well for their chances.
Look for Carolina to run the football. A lot. I wouldn't expect them to take many chances on turning the ball over with a third string QB on the other side. They will force the back-up to make long drives to beat them.
Pick - PANTHERS.
I like the Panthers in this game - no matter what the records say. The Panthers are playing solid football and getting healthy at the right moment - Cam Newton hasn't looked this good all year. On the other side, the Cardinals are starting a third-string QB - this doesn't bode well for their chances.
Look for Carolina to run the football. A lot. I wouldn't expect them to take many chances on turning the ball over with a third string QB on the other side. They will force the back-up to make long drives to beat them.
Pick - PANTHERS.