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Rams vs. Panthers Predictions and Best Bets: Can Carolina Pull Off the Big Upset?

Bryce Young’s performance in the NFC Wild-Card rematch could determine if the Panthers pick up his $26.53 million fifth-year option for 2027, deadline May 1.

  • On Saturday, the Carolina Panthers will host the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card Round at Bank of America Stadium, with Bryce Young's playoff performance possibly influencing the May 1 decision on his fifth-year option.
  • After the Atlanta Falcons' Week 18 win, Carolina Panthers clinched a postseason berth with 31 players lacking playoff experience, hosting their first home playoff game in Charlotte, N.C. since Jan. 7, 2018.
  • Bryce Young completed 15 of 20 passes for 206 yards and three TDs in the Nov. 30 game, and the defense forced three turnovers to snap Stafford's streak.
  • BetMGM lists Carolina as a 10.5-point underdog, while Los Angeles Rams are a-600 favorite, implying about an 86% chance of winning, driven by Stafford's top passing offense.
  • Carolina seeks its first playoff win since a 49-15 NFC Championship victory on Jan. 24, 2016, while Dave Canales faces his first NFL postseason test as head coach.
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Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu out after right knee injury vs. Rams

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu has been ruled out of the remainder of Saturday’s wild-card game against the Los Angeles Rams with a right knee injury.

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