Dave Canales: Panthers can't worry about being underdogs, just have to play our best
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The Carolina Panthers enter their playoff opener against the Los Angeles Rams as 10.5-point underdogs, despite having defeated the Rams during the regular season. Head coach Dave Canales stated that the betting line does not concern him, emphasizing that his focus is on the team's performance rather than external predictions. The Panthers, who finished the regular season with an 8-9 record and a loss in the finale, are being encouraged by Canales to view each playoff game as a new opportunity for success.
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