The Carolina Panthers are at a pivotal point on the schedule and in franchise history. After suffering an embarrassing home loss to the Atlanta Falcons, who had previously won just two games, enough divisional games remain to salvage this season and it begins with a visit to the site of quarterback Kyle Allen‘s first career win – New Orleans.
Saints fans endured a similar defeat two weeks ago, losing to Atlanta by 17, but rebounded with another impressive showing against at Tampa Bay last week. Carolina faces their rivals for the first time this season and having three divisional games left – New Orleans twice and a re-match with the Falcons – wins are imperative.