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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton runs onto the field at Bank of America Stadium prior to action vs the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith keeps his eyes on the ball as he catches passes at Bank of America Stadium prior to action vs the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton warms up at Bank of America Stadium prior to action vs the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera and Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith greet each other prior to playing at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) runs around Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera (center) and Derek Anderson (3) during warmups prior to playing the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera looks on during warmups prior to playing the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) and Atlanta Falcons' Chris Hope (24) talk during warmups prior to playing at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    The Carolina Panthers TopCats perform during pre-game festivities at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton smiles as he is introduced prior to action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith points to the sky as he is introduced prior to action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Greg Olsen (88) reaches up to grab a touchdown pass over Atlanta Falcons' Thomas DeCoud (28) in the first half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers led, 16-0, at halftime. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (88) tight end Greg Olsen catches a touchdown pass from quarterback (1) Cam Newton as Atlanta Falcons (28) safety Thomas DeCoud applies defensive pressure during first quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (88) tight end Greg Olsen catches a touchdown pass from quarterback (1) Cam Newton as Atlanta Falcons (28) safety Thomas DeCoud applies defensive pressure during first quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (88) tight end Greg Olsen catches a touchdown pass from quarterback (1) Cam Newton as Atlanta Falcons (28) safety Thomas DeCoud applies defensive pressure during first quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (88) tight end Greg Olsen celebrates his touchdown pass reception from quarterback (1) Cam Newton with a teammate vs the Atlanta Falcons during first quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Frank Kearse (99) sacks Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan (2) during the first half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Atlanta Falcons (19) wide receiver Drew Davis is upended by Carolina Panthers (41) cornerback Captain Munnerlyn, (26) safety D.J. Campbell and (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly during first quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    The Carolina Panthers TopCats perform during a break in the action during first quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton signals first down following his run vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton fights free of Atlanta Falcons (55) defensive end John Abraham's grasp during second quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    The Carolina Panthers TopCats perform during a break in second quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    A Carolina Panthers fan displays her Christmas wish list during second quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    A Carolina Panthers fan cheers the team on during second quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) secures the ball as Atlanta Falcons' Akeem Dent (52) and Dunta Robinson (23) close in during the first half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers led, 16-0, at halftime. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith fights for yardage following a pass reception from (1) quarterback Cam Newton as Atlanta Falcons (52) linebacker Akeem Dent and (23) cornerback Dunta Robinson look to make the tackle during second quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith celebrates a pass reception from (1) quarterback Cam Newton vs Atlanta Falcons during second quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    A Carolina Panthers fan displays her Christmas wish list during second quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton looks to make a pass as Atlanta Falcons (99) defensive tackle Vance Walker looks to make the sack during second quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    The Carolina Panthers TopCats perform during a break in late second quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) breaks through the Atlanta Falcons defense en route to a 72-yard touchdown in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton breaks into the open field for a 72-yard touchdown run vs the Atlanta Falcons during third quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton rushes for a 72-yard touchdown run vs the Atlanta Falcons during third quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Looking on in the background is Falcons (71) defensive end Kroy Biermann. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (35) full back Mike Tolbert celebrates the team's play vs the Atlanta Falcons during third quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Sir Purr dances in the endzone during a timeout against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly, (43) safety Haruki Nakamura and (58) linebacker Thomas Davis surround Atlanta Falcons (88) tight end tony Gonzalez during third quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan (2) throws downfield against the Carolina Panthers in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers fans celebrate, while an Atlanta Falcons sits down, in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Members of the Carolina Panthers TopCats performs during a timeout against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Atlanta Falcons' Tony Gonzalez (88) reaches out for a pass in front Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly (59) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly makes a point to an official during third quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly and head coach Ron Rivera stand along the team's sideline during a break in third quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera yells instructions to his team during third quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Mike Tolbert (35) heads upfield past Atlanta Falcons' Kroy Biermann (71), Robert McClain (27), and Stephen Nicholas (54) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton drops back to pass to a receiver during fourth quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Louis Murphy (83) makes a catch against Atlanta Falcons' Chris Owens (21) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Atlanta Falcons' Chris Owens (21) causes Carolina Panthers' Louis Murphy (83) to fumble the ball out of bounds after making a catch in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Atlanta Falcons' Dunta Robinson (23) blocks a pass intended for Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith is unable to make a pass reception from (1) quarterback Cam Newton as Atlanta Falcons (23) cornerback Dunta Robinson applies defensive pressure during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly wraps up Atlanta Falcons (33) running back Michael Turner during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Greg Hardy (76) grabs hold of Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan (2) for a sack in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (76) defensive end Greg Hardy sacks Atlanta Falcons (2) quarterback Matt Ryan during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan (2) pulls himself up after being sacked by Carolina Panthers' Greg Hardy (76) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Thomas Davis (58) intercepts a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons' Roddy White (84) in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (58) linebacker Thomas Davis intercepts a pass from Atlanta Falcons (2) quarterback Matt Ryan meant for (84) wide receiver Roddy White during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (58) linebacker Thomas Davis celebrates his interception of a pass from Atlanta Falcons (2) quarterback Matt Ryan meant for (84) wide receiver Roddy White with teammate (95) defensive end Charles Johnson during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (58) linebacker Thomas Davis celebrates his interception of a pass from Atlanta Falcons (2) quarterback Matt Ryan meant for (84) wide receiver Roddy White with teammate (41) cornerback Captain Munnerlyn during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Thomas Davis (58) runs back to the sideline and slaps hands with Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera after intercepting an Atlanta Flacons pass in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) gets protected by Geoff Hangartner (63) and Amini Silatolu (61) from the Atlanta Falcons defense in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) sprints in front of the Atlanta Falcons defense on his way to a touchdown in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) yells in celebration after DeAngelo Williams (34) scored a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    A Carolina Panthers razzes an Atlanta Falcons fans as he folds his Falcons flag late in the second half at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (31) cornerback James Dockery applies defensive pressure on Atlanta Falcons (11) wide receiver Julio Jones during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly wraps up Atlanta Falcons (88) tight end Tony Gonzalez following a pass reception during fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton members of the defense during fourth quarter action vs the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (26) safety D.J. Campbell points to the sky as the defense prepares for a series vs the Atlanta Falcons during late fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    The Carolina Panthers TopCats perform during a break in the action between the Panthers and the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (59) linebacker Luke Kuechly waits to line up against the Atlanta Falcons during late fourth quarter action at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) and Steve Smith (89) talk on the sideline in the second half against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    David T. Foster III - dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
    Carolina Panthers' Greg Hardy (76) and Frank Alexander (90) celebrate on the sideline late in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    An Atlanta Falcons fan looks on quietly during late fourth quarter action vs the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers' Thomas Davis (58) salutes the crowd near the end of the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 9, 2012. The Panthers won, 30-20. David T. Foster III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (76) defensive end Greg Hardy celebrates the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (1) quarterback Cam Newton smiles as he runs off the field following the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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    Carolina Panthers (34) running back DeAngelo Williams hands his cleats to a fan in the stands following the team's victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 30-20. Jeff Siner - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
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