The Panthers face the Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday. We break down what the game means for the NFL playoff picture.
The Atlanta Falcons head into Week 18 with a chance at a playoff berth, but they’ll need some help. The Falcons will host the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Atlanta won the first game between these two, winning 38-20 at Charlotte in Week 6. The big difference since that game is that Michael Penix, Jr.