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Story line: Julius Peppers had 3 of his team’s 5 sacks, plus blocked 51-yard FG, but Panthers’ offense struggling without injured All-Pro WR Steve Smith, who had 201 yards, TD vs. Vikes in 2005.
Star: Ryan Longwell hit 3 FGs, including game-winner, and tossed 16-yard TD pass.
Extra point: DeAngelo Williams scored 1st NFL TD and Panthers’ 1st this season.
Quote: “It’s disappointing, but nobody feels sorry for us.”–Panthers QB Jake Delhomme.
