First Take's Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless share their thoughts on Panthers QB Cam Newton's performance so far this season and say where they would rank him in the MVP race.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Let the hype begin.
The undefeated Carolina Panthers (7-0) versus the Green Bay Packers (6-1). The teams with the two best records in the NFC. A potential battle for home-field advantage in the playoffs. A potential preview of the NFC Championship.
It’s all going to be said this week.
“This game is important and it could have implications as we get into January, and we’ll be aware of it,’’ Carolina coach Ron Rivera said as he looked ahead to Sunday’s game at Bank of America Stadium.