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Through 3 Quarters
The point spread is against the Denver Broncos, but thus far the points are on their side. After three quarters it's looking more and more like their high-powered offense is just too much for the Carolina Panthers as Denver lead 25-10.
The Broncos have been led by QB Drew Lock, who so far has passed for three TDs and 210 yards on 23 attempts. Another playmaker for Denver has been WR Diontae Spencer, who returned a punt 83 yards to the end zone in the first quarter.
Carolina has been riding high on the performance of RB Mike Davis, who has punched in one rushing touchdown.
Denver's lead is tied with the biggest they have had this year going into the fourth quarter.
Who's Playing
Denver @ Carolina
Current Records: Denver 4-8; Carolina 4-8
What to Know
The Carolina Panthers are favored to win for the first time this season. They will take on the Denver Broncos at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at Bank of America Stadium after a week off. Carolina will be seeking to avenge the 21-20 loss they suffered the last time these two teams played Sept. 8 of 2016.
The Panthers had victory within their grasp but couldn't quite capture it two weeks ago as the team lost 28-27 to the Minnesota Vikings. Despite the loss, Carolina got a solid performance out of WR Robby Anderson, who caught four passes for one TD and 94 yards.
Meanwhile, Denver was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap last week as they fell 22-16 to the Kansas City Chiefs. A silver lining for Denver was the play of RB Melvin Gordon, who picked up 131 yards on the ground on 15 carries. Gordon's longest run was for 65 yards in the second quarter.
Carolina is the favorite in this one, with an expected 4-point margin of victory. But bettors beware: they are 0-2 against the spread when favored.
With the two teams each stumbling in off of a loss, both will be hungry for the win. Check back to see which squad is able to work their way into the win column.
How To Watch
- When: Sunday at 1 p.m. ET
- Where: Bank of America Stadium -- Charlotte, North Carolina
- TV: CBS
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $70.00
Odds
The Panthers are a 4-point favorite against the Broncos, according to the latest NFL odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Panthers as a 3-point favorite.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Denver have won both of the games they've played against Carolina in the last six years.
- Sep 08, 2016 - Denver 21 vs. Carolina 20
- Feb 07, 2016 - Denver 24 vs. Carolina 10
Top Projected Fantasy Players
- Mike Davis: 11.81 points
- Melvin Gordon: 9.2 points
- Tim Patrick: 8.62 points
