NFL Week 16 Predictions: Best Picks Against the Spread

Carolina Panthers


Opponent: vs. Atlanta Falcons


Line: CAR (+2.5)


The Panthers don't have much to play for, but a Ron Rivera-coached team isn't going to quit on the season. They proved during Monday night's impressive win over the Washington Redskins that they are fine playing spoiler, and you can bet they'll be looking to do the same against the division rival Falcons, especially after Atlanta embarrassed them for 48 points earlier in the season. Since that game, the Panthers have gone just 5-5, but four of those losses have come by exactly three points, so this may be a better team than its record suggests. The fact they're getting points at home only sweetens the deal. (Getty)

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