Top rated NFL *AFTERNOON ASSASSIN*
(NFL) Carolina vs. Atlanta,
Point Spread: -3.00 | -113.00 Carolina (Away)
Result: Loss
Top rated NFL *AFTERNOON ASSASSIN*
Play: Carolina Panthers
Rating: 10*

The Carolina Panthers are at risk of starting the season with a 1-3 record. They suffered a 22-10 home loss to the Vikings as a hefty favorite in Week 3, but I like them to bounce back with a big game here against an NFC South foe.

The 2-1 Atlanta Falcons rank first in the NFL in offense by scoring 34.7 points and gaining 448 yards per game, but they've faced some rather mediocre defenses. The Panthers D is allowing just 273.3 yards per game while Atlanta's is giving up 433 yards per game. Carolina has a good chance of keeping Matt Ryan quiet while I can see the Falcons having plenty of trouble with Cam Newton who'll be looking to rebound from a poor display against Minny.

Then we have the motivational factor. A loss here would be devastating for the Panthers as it would put them in a very tough spot in the division. That's not something this Super Bowl finalist can afford to happen, and they won't.