Welcome back to Totem Pole Nation! You already know we’re the low man on the totem pole—the common man’s alternative to the corporate suits at ESPN. Today, we’re live for a massive NFC Wild Card showdown: the Los Angeles Rams vs. the Carolina Panthers.

The Rams (12-5) are coming in as heavy favorites, but don't sleep on the Panthers (8-9). Even with a losing record, Carolina won the NFC South and already stunned LA back in Week 13. Can Bryce Young make a statement in his playoff debut, or will the veteran Matthew Stafford and his loaded arsenal be too much to handle?

🏈 What to Watch For Today:

The Return of Davante Adams: After missing time with a hamstring injury, Davante Adams is back to join Puka Nacua. Can the Panthers’ secondary, led by Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson, lock down the league's most dangerous duo?

Ground War: Kyren Williams and Blake Corum are looking to exploit a Panthers run defense that has struggled this year. On the other side, Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle need a big day to keep the Rams' pass rush—led by rookies Jared Verse and Byron Young—off Bryce Young’s back.

The Underdog Story: Coach Dave Canales is trying to channel that 2010 Seahawks energy. Will the "losing record" Panthers pull off the ultimate upset at Bank of America Stadium?

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