| Carolina Panthers (4-4) at Green Bay Packers (5-1-1) | |||
| Game Details: Sunday, November 2, 1 p.m. EST | |||
| Location: Bank of America Stadium | |||
| Where to Watch: FOX |
Week 9 Matchup
The Green Bay Packers sit atop the NFC North with the conference’s best record. Meanwhile, the Carolina Panthers are fighting to stay relevant in a competitive playoff race. This game can be seen as a measuring stick moment for Carolina and a potential trap game for Green Bay. All the ingredients are there for a classic letdown spot.
The Packers are riding high after an emotional victory over former quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. They’re also looking ahead to a highly anticipated rematch with the Philadelphia Eagles. But Green Bay knows better than to take any opponent lightly, especially after their lone loss to Cleveland this season served as a harsh reminder.Â
Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Panthers | +13.5 | +640 | Over 43.5 |
| Green Bay Packers | -13.5 | -950 | Under 43.5 |
** Odds Subject to Change – Courtesy of FanDuel**
Tale of The Tape
| Carolina Panthers | Team Stats – Avg Per Game | Green Bay Packers |
|---|---|---|
| 19.3 | Points Per Game | 27.6 |
| 179.5 | Passing Yards Per Game | 245 |
| 136.9 | Rushing Yards Per Game | 114.1 |
| 24 | Opponents Points Per Game Allowed | 21.1 |
| 198.4 | Opponents Pass Yards Allowed | 210.6 |
| 111.6 | Opponents Rush Yards Allowed | 78.9 |
Statistics from various online sources and courtesy of ESPN and FOX Sports
Key Details
Carolina Panthers
The Panthers entered Week 8 with momentum, having won four of their first seven games under head coach Dave Canales. Then came the reality check, devastating 40-9 loss at Buffalo that exposed some glaring weaknesses. Quarterback Bryce Young is expected to return after missing the Bills game with an ankle injury, which should provide a spark to an offense that desperately needs it. His backup, Andy Dalton, struggled mightily in the loss, getting sacked seven times and committing three turnovers against Buffalo’s relentless defense.
The bright spot for Carolina has been their running game, which ranks fifth in the league at 136.9 yards per game. Rico Dowdle has been exceptional in recent weeks, earning a larger role in the backfield.
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay has been nearly flawless this season, winning five games with just one loss and one tie. The Packers haven’t allowed a first-quarter touchdown all season and have committed only three turnovers—both remarkable statistics that speak to their discipline and execution. Quarterback Jordan Love is playing at an elite level.
Tight end Tucker Kraft has become Love’s favorite red zone target, scoring in each of Green Bay’s three home games this season. His 143 yards receiving against the Steelers represented the second-highest single-game total by any Packers tight end in franchise history.
Prediction
The Packers are just too hot right now to bet against even a large point spread. Carolina is too erratic to think they will win, or even cover the point spread in Green Bay. After learning their lesson against the Browns, the Packers will not take their foot off the gas in this high-scoring game
