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Carolina held the Cardinals to a postseason-record 78 yards to capture the franchise's first home playoff victory in 11 years and advance to the NFC Divisional Playoff. Read more
The Panthers trailed at halftime despite a dominant performance but didn't let that rattle them. Read more
Carolina's aggressiveness and physicality on defense overwhelmed a Cardinals offense led by its third-string quarterback. Read more
Postgame notebook takes a look at another strong effort by the running game and a mixed bag for special teams. Read more
Things didn't always go well for the Panthers, but they never let up and eventually were rewarded:
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Check out the scene in the locker room following the victory:**
Players discuss how they scored a big victory to keep their season alive:
Defensive end Charles Johnson breaks it down for former teammate Jordan Gross:
Running back Jonathan Stewart kept it rolling against Arizona's accomplished defense: