The Panthers just got embarrassed by one NFC South rival. The oddsmakers seem to think another one is coming down the pipe. Next up, they will visit the division-leading Saints, who are 4-1 at home this season. According to BetMGM, the Panthers are 9.5-point underdogs for Sunday’s matchup.
Carolina fans may not like such bad odds, but it’s difficult to argue that the Saints shouldn’t be heavily favored. Aside from the meaningless Week 17 victory to end last season, New Orleans has dominated this rivalry or late – winning the previous four games between the two.
One silver lining could be the status of the Saints’ top cornerback, Marshon Lattimore. He sat out Sunday’s win over the Buccaneers with a hamstring injury. If he can’t play or isn’t 100%, it might open up the game even more for D.J. Moore, who has been on a tear the last three weeks.
That said, this New Orleans roster is far deeper and more talented than the Panthers’ and they have a coach that knows how to get the best out of them.
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