PLENTY TO PROVE: Joe Person of the Charlotte Observer writes that while some of the Panthers' naysayers are beginning to believe in this team, head coach Ron Rivera believes his team will still play hungry. READ MORE
SUPER BOWL BELIEF: David Newton of ESPN.com certainly sees the potential in the Panthers. He offers five reasons why they could be a contender for the NFL's ultimate prize. READ MORE
BREAKING DOWN SEATTLE: NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell takes an in-depth look at several of the plays that keyed Carolina's victory in Seattle.