Jan 9, 2026 - Sports

A Panthers playlist to get you to Charlotte for the playoffs

This weekend's playoff game in Charlotte needs a hype crowd for the Carolina Panthers to have a shot at making it past the first round.

Why it matters: The Panthers (8-9) beat their opponent, the Los Angeles Rams (12-5), earlier this NFL season.

But the team has struggled offensively lately, and they've grappled with costly mistakes — meaning the Rams are 10.5-point favorites.

So we're counting on those of you with tickets Saturday to give it your all.

If you're making the trip from the Triangle, here's a 3-hour playlist to properly pump you up during the commute to Bank of America Stadium.

Zoom in: We've got stadium jams, North Carolina classics and cat-themed tracks, plus a heavy dose of "If I Had $150,000."

And if you're watching from home, kickoff is at 4:30pm on FOX.

Former quarterback Cam Newton is expected to beat the Keep Pounding drum before the game.
And another legend, Greg Olsen, is calling the game with play-by-play commentator Joe Davis and sideline reporter Pam Oliver.

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