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Falcons vs. Panthers: Complete game day preview package

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Updated Oct 11, 2024

Here’s everything you need to know heading into Sunday’s Falcons-Panthers game in Charlotte:

- Where to watch, listen, livestream | Vote: Will Falcons defeat Panthers? | Sunday’s X-factor

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- Three key matchups | Falcons’ opponent watch

- Falcons face challenge against Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard

ExploreWhy Falcons QB Kirk Cousins should only get better as he recovers

- Drake London emerging as connection with Kirk Cousins continues to develop

- Falcons continue to maintain passing potency against Panthers

- Kirk Cousins named NFC offensive player of the week

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