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    Carolina Panthers' Jake Delhomme (17) raises his fist toward the crowd prior to the start of the game against Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (90) defensive end Julius Peppers sacks Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (90) defensive end Julius Peppers sacks Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (53) linebacker Na'il Diggs intercepts a pass from Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper meant for (83) tight end John Owens during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Na'il Diggs (53) is congratulated on his interception by Jon Beason (52) and Thomas Davis (58) against the Detroit Lions in the 1st quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper drops back to make a pass during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (99) defensive tackle Maake Kemoeatu tackles Detroit Lions (34) running back Kevin Smith on a run during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (20) cornerback Chris Gamble tackles Detroit Lions (83) tight end John Owens following a pass reception during first quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (34) running back DeAngelo Williams fights for extra yardage as Detroit Lions (97) defensive end Ikaika Alama-Francis goes for the tackle during second quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (34) running back DeAngelo Williams breaks to the outside for yardage vs the Detroit Lions during second quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jeff King (47) raises the ball as he scores a touchdown against the Detroit Lions in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (17) quarterback Jake Delhomme drops back to pass to a receiver during second quarter action Sunday vs the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) breaks away from the Detroit Lions defense for a 56-yard touchdown during the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) breaks away from the Detroit Lions defense for a 56-yard touchdown during the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (34) running back DeAngelo Williams glances down the bench as he and running back (28) Jonathan Stewart rest on the bench following Williams' touchdown run during second quarter action Sunday vs the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (17) quarterback Jake Delhomme sits on the team's bench talking to quarterbacks/passing coordinator Mike McCoy and backup quarterback (12) Josh McCown during second quarter action Sunday vs the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (17) quarterback Jake Delhomme reacts to a bad throw to a receiver during second quarter action Sunday vs the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) streaks upfield against Detroit Lions defense in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) crosses the goal line against the Detroit Lions in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Stewart finished with 130 yards and a touchdown as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) celebrates a touchdown against the Detroit Lions in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Stewart finished with 130 yards and a touchdown as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) is congratulated by Jake Delhomme (17) and head coach John Fox after a touchdown against the Detroit Lions in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Stewart finished with 130 yards and a touchdown as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers running backs (28) Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams chest bump following Stewart's touchdown run vs the Detroit Lions during second quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 A Carolina Panthers flag is highlighted by the sun following a touchdown during second quarter action Sunday vs the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Rhys Lloyd (5) reaches out to tackle Detroit Lions' Aveion Cason (36) on a kickoff in the 2nd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (89) wide receiver Steve Smith breaks to the outside following a pass reception as Detroit Lions (25) cornerback Brian Kelly gives chase during third quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (28) running back Jonathan Stewart spins and tries to break free from Detroit Lions (75) defensive tackle Shaun Cody during third quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) races upfield during the 3rd quarter against the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium. Williams finished with 120 yards and 2 touchdowns as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 A young fan shows his support for the Carolina Panthers during third quarter action vs the Detroit Lions Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers fans cheer on the defense during third quarter action vs the Detroit Lions Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Detroit Lions' Leigh Bodden (28) forces Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) to fumble the ball during the 3rd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Lions recovered the ball, but the Panthers went on to win, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) takes down Detroit Lions' Kevin Smith (34) on a play in the 3rd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jonathan Stewart (28) fends off Detroit Lions' LaMarcus Hicks (35) during a run in the 3rd quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Stewart finished with 130 yards and a touchdown as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Members of The TopCats brave the cold temperatures while performing during a break in the game between the Carolina Panthers and Detroit Lions' at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Detroit Lions fans display their feeling while playing the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    A Carolina Panthers fans cheers the team against the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (31) cornerback Richard Marshall, (58) linebacker Thomas Davis and (95) defensive end Charles Johnson pressure Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. A penalty was called on the Panthers on the play. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (99) defensive tackle Maake Kemoeatu celebrates the defenses play vs the Detroit Lions during fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Detroit Lions' Calvin Johnson (81) stretches to gain yards against Carolina Panthers' Chris Harris (43) during the 4th quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Detroit Lions' Daunte Culpepper (11) looses the ball as he gets hit by Carolina Panthers' Jon Beason (52) and Chris Harris (43) during a 2-point conversion attempt in the 4th quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Detroit Lions' Daunte Culpepper (11) looses the ball as he gets pulled down by Carolina Panthers' Jon Beason (52) during a 2-point conversion attempt in the 4th quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jon Beason (52) celebrates with teammates Adam Seward (59) and Dante Rosario (88) after Beason stopped Detroit Lions' 2-point conversion attempt in the 4th quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (47) tight end Jeff King, (17) quarterback Jake Delhomme and head coach John Fox react to a play vs the Detroit Lions during fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (30) safety Charles Godfrey intercepts a pass by Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Jake Delhomme (17) hands off to DeAngelo Williams (34) during the 4th quarter against the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium. Williams finished with 120 yards and 2 touchdowns as the Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' DeAngelo Williams (34) talks with Jake Delhomme (17) in the 4th quarter against the Detroit Lions' at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) strips the ball from Detroit Lions' Daunte Culpepper (11) late in the 4th quarter at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 The ball falls to the turf after Carolina Panthers defensive end (90) Julius Peppers stripped the ball from Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper late in fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium. Carolina Panthers (66) defensive end Hilee Taylor recovered the ball after battling with Lions (76) tackle Jeff Backus. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (52) linebacker Jon Beason congratulates teammate (90) defensive end Julius Peppers on his stripping the ball from Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during fourth quarter action Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Panthers defeated the Lions 31-22. JEFF SINER - jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

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    Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) smiles as he sits with defensive teammates during the 4th quarter against the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers won, 31-22. DAVID T. FOSTER III-dtfoster@charlotteobserver.com