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Panthers vs. Saints: Live Updates, Score, Highlights for 2018 NFL Playoffs

Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints

New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints close out a hard-fought 31-26 victory over the Carolina Panthers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Drew Brees started off red-hot with 230 passing yards and two touchdowns in the first half, but Cam Newton helped Carolina battle back in the second half. He finished with 349 passing yards, two touchdown passes and 37 rushing yards. The Panthers' inability to reach the end zone, four consecutive field goals through three quarters, hurt their comeback bid. New Orleans will advance to the NFC Divisional Round to play the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.