The Carolina Panthers had it in the bag. They had a lead late in the fourth quarter, and a win would've made next week's home bout with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Panthers face the Saints in New Orleans on Sunday. We break down what the game means for the NFL playoff picture in Week 15.

The NFL season continues in Week 15 when the New Orleans Saints host the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Start time, how to watch, stream and NFL TV schedule.

The Panthers still can win the NFC South, but the path to do that is much more difficult than if they'd beaten the Saints.

The Panthers were swept by a totally inferior opponent.

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The Panthers spoiled a golden opportunity with a lot of sloppy play in Week 15. HC Dave Canales spoke about the painful loss.

At the top, the Panthers' decision to punt on Jalon Walker and target Tetairoa McMillan at No. 8 overall in the draft has aged particularly well. McMillan enters Week 15 leading all rookies with 826 receiving yards and six touchdowns, including four in his last three games.