Published on Jan 6, 2026, 10:08:25 AM
Total time: 00:15:27
Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Dave Canales, Bryce Young and the Panthers as they prepare for the Rams.
The (8-9) Carolina Panthers host the (12-5) Los Angeles Rams Saturday in an NFC Wild Card playoff opener. Carolina, back in the postseason for the first time in a decade, earned a home spot as NFC South champions despite a sub-.500 record and comes in confident after beating the Rams earlier this season.
Los Angeles enters as one of the stronger wild-card teams, boasting a balanced offense, a strong run game, and playoff experience. The Rams are favorites, but Carolina’s home-field advantage, momentum, and recent success against Los Angeles make this a compelling clash between an underdog division winner and a proven contender. Who will win this weekend? Is Bryce Young a franchise quarterback?
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