The Carolina Panthers (6-5) and the San Francisco 49ers (7-4) meet Monday night in Santa Clara to close out Week 12 in the NFL.

Led by Bryce Young , the Panthers have exceeded expectations to this point in the season/ Following Sunday night’s Bics’ loss, Carolina is now tied for first in the NFC South. They also are a single game behind San Francisco for the final Wild Card spot in the playoffs.

The stakes are equally high for the Niners who are looking to maintain their hold on that final playoff spot and stay within a couple games of the Rams in the NFC West. Brock Purdy (toe) returned under center last weekend for the 49ers and was an efficient 19-26 for 200 yards with three touchdowns in a 41-22 win at Arizona. It was the most points San Francisco put on the board all season.

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