Panthers vs. Cardinals NFL Week 16 Betting Lines

Carolina Panthers NFL Week 16 Betting Lines

So the Carolina Panthers are at a point where they don’t show up unless it’s against a team with something to lose? Weird to assume, but that proved to be the case last week when Dave Canales’ troops failed to show in an ugly, one-sided 30-14 NFL spread beat down at the hands of the Dallas Cowboys after giving the Chiefs, Bucs, and Eagles all they could handle the prior three weeks. Maybe it was a matter of simply just having nothing left in the tank. Regardless, the Panthers were listless in their attempt to defend their house from “America’s Team” that racked up 410 yards of total offense while holding Bryce Young and Co. to a paltry 235 yards and 3.8 yards per carry. That being said, it’s not like the Panthers are going all-out to win games these days knowing full well they want their draft stock optimized come the end of April when its figured they’ll be stepping up to the podium to announce one of the first five selections. Even so, NFL bettors appear somewhat bullish of the team’s chances in Week 16 betting action when it welcomes Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals into BOA Stadium with the Redbirds needing to win at all costs to keep its slim playoff hopes intact. The Carolina Panthers odds of winning the Super Bowl, NFC, NFC South, and odds to make the playoffs have all been taken off the board with the team now mathematically eliminated from postseason play. Its adjusted in-season win total odds clocked in at 4.5 last we checked with heavier vig affixed to the under. It too is no longer a betting option at the online sportsbook with the team’s attention now looking toward the offseason and GM Dan Morgan likely already cooking up scenarios to improve the roster for the 2025-26 campaign.

NFL Week 16 Betting Lines

Arizona Cardinals -4

Carolina Panthers +4

Over/Under: 47.5

Money Line: Cardinals -216, Panthers +181

Carolina Panthers Week 16 Matchup

On Sunday, December 22, 2024, the Carolina Panthers will take on the Arizona Cardinals from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. Kickoff time is set for 1 p.m. ET with television coverage on FOX. The lookahead NFL Week 16 betting lines hit the board with Carolina taking back 4.5-points and the Over/Under (O/U) lined 46.5. Linemakers are yet to move off the opener with the Panthers taking in 50 percent of the bets and 45 percent of the money, but it should be noted that some +4 has started to pop at other outlets. With that, it appears NFL crypto bettors are bullish of Carolina resorting back to the form that saw it cover the closing NFL odds in the five games preceding last week’s catastrophe against Dallas. The Panthers check in 2-6 straight up (SU) and 4-4 against the spread (ATS) as hosts to date with the over cashing in six times and an average of 47.1 points hitting the board. Total bettors appear optimistic about points being scored, with the Over/Under rising a full point to 47.5 with 70 percent of the written tickets and 60 percent of the booked handle in favor of the line move.

Carolina Panthers Week 15 Recap

The Carolina Panthers struggled in a 30-14 NFL odds loss to the Dallas Cowboys, hindered by turnovers, protection issues, and a stagnant second half. Bryce Young completed 19 of 28 passes for 219 yards, including a career-long 83-yard touchdown to rookie Jalen Coker. Young also rushed for a score but committed four turnovers (two interceptions and two fumbles) while being sacked six times, a season-high for what has been a rock-solid Carolina front wall. The offense managed just 1 yard in the third quarter, and the Panthers’ ground game was stifled, with Chuba Hubbard limited to 32 yards on 10 carries. The Panthers showed promise late in the second quarter when Young’s 83-yard strike to Coker pulled them within 10-7. However, their momentum evaporated in the second half after a fumble by Young set up a Cowboys touchdown. Carolina’s defense couldn’t contain the tandem of Cooper Rush and CeeDee Lamb, while Rico Dowdle gashed the Panthers on the ground for 149 rushing yards and 6.0 yards per carry. The Panthers fell behind early, forcing them into a pass-heavy attack that played into Dallas' defensive strengths. Despite the loss, coach Dave Canales confirmed Young will remain the starter. "He had a good look in his eyes," Canales said, expressing confidence in the young quarterback’s resilience moving forward.

2024 Carolina Panthers Schedule, Results & Record

The Panthers emerged as an expansion team in 1995. They reached the NFC championship games in both 2003 and 2015 but fell short of winning the Super Bowl on each occasion. John Fox and Ron Rivera are the franchise's most notable head coaches, with Fox guiding the team to two division titles and a Super Bowl appearance, while Rivera secured three division championships and led the team to one Super Bowl appearance.

Jake Delhomme and Cam Newton are the franchise’s two most notable quarterbacks. Jake Delhomme’s tenure with the Carolina Panthers from 2003 to 2009 is marked by resilience and surprising success. An undrafted free agent who rose through the ranks via NFL Europe, Delhomme quickly became a beloved figure in Carolina. His breakout season in 2003 led the Panthers to an 11-5 record and their first Super Bowl berth, where his performance was remarkable despite a narrow loss to the New England Patriots.

Delhomme’s tenure included multiple playoff appearances and deep runs, characterized by his strong arm, leadership, and ability to orchestrate comebacks, earning him a lasting place in Panthers lore.

Cam Newton's arrival in 2011 as the first overall pick in the NFL Draft signaled a new era for the Panthers, revolutionizing their offense with his dual-threat ability. Newton’s historic rookie season and his 2015 MVP campaign, where he led the team to a 15-1 record and a Super Bowl 50 appearance, highlighted his impact. Despite a tough loss in the Super Bowl, Newton's dynamic play and larger-than-life personality made him a beloved figure. His tenure, marked by multiple playoff appearances and record-breaking performances, is remembered as one of the most exciting periods in team history.

Both Delhomme and Newton, with their unique styles and leadership, were instrumental in shaping the Panthers’ identity and success, leaving legacies that continue to inspire fans. So far, the Bryce Young era has failed to get off the ground, but it’s still early.

Carolina Panthers Past Seasons (2000)

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