There's no doubt that the Atlanta Falcons need this game more than the Carolina Panthers. The Falcons can clinch the final NFC wild-card spot with a victory while the Panthers are already in the playoff field, though their seed is yet to be determined. Carolina coach Ron Rivera said starters will play in the game, though he didn't reveal to what extent.

Carolina needs a win and a Saints' loss to clinch the division, but that's quite unlikely with New Orleans facing lowly Tampa Bay. There's a big chance Rivera will start sitting key players if the Saints jump out to a big lead.

The Falcons are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings at Atlanta.

My selection is an 8* play on Atlanta Falcons.