Why you should watch
This could be John Fox's last game with the Panthers. This will likely be Mike Smith's last regular season game with the Falcons before he gets a fat new contract extension. Matt Ryan, assuming he plays, can continue his exceptional season (especially in domes). Falcons backups like Harry Douglas and Jason Snelling are pretty darn good.
Did you know?
Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson has a sack in six consecutive outings. ... Carolina's Richard Marshall has an interception in three straight games against the Falcons. ... When Matt Ryan has at least a 100 passer rating, the Falcons are 15-0. ... Atlanta's Michael Turner leads the NFC in rushing.