The Monday Night Countdown crew explain why Cam Newton is the catalyst to the Carolina Panther's success.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The last time the Carolina Panthers started a season with five straight wins, they made it to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots.
They lost 32-29 in February 2004, although some that were with the Panthers' organization then still believe the Patriots gained an advantage by illegally taping Carolina practices prior to the title game in Houston.
There are many similarities between that team and this one, beginning with a stingy defense.