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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Jason Snelling #44 of the Atlanta Falcons runs with the football against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach Mike Smith of the Atlanta Falcons looks on against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach John Fox of the Carolina Panthers looks on against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach Mike Smith of the Atlanta Falcons throws the coach's challenge flag during the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Jon Beason #52 of the Carolina Panthers looks on against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Steve Smith #89 of the Carolina Panthers catches a touchdown pass behind Tye Hill #24 of the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: A Carolina Panthers cheerleader dances during the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons calls signals at the line of scrimmage against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons walks off the field after throwing an interception against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Jon Beason #52 of the Carolina Panthers celebrates after the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Michael Turner #33 of the Atlanta Falcons breaks up the field while running with the football against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons looks to pass the football against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: DeAngelo Williams #34 of the Carolina Panthers breaks through the line while running with the football against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Jake Delhomme #17 of the Carolina Panthers celebrates after a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Jake Delhomme #17 of the Carolina Panthers runs with the football after being pressured by Thomas Johnson #93 of the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Muhsin Muhammad #87 of the Carolina Panthers breaks a tackle after catching the football against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers defeated the Falcons 28-19.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach John Fox of the Carolina Panthers yells at a referee against the Atlanta Falcons during their game at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 15: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons drops back to pass against the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on November 15, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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"We have 52 other good players and guys have to step forward to fill the void ... The other members of the defense have got to reach down and play harder, faster, better."

Tom Coughlin Nov 22 2009 12:54 AM from New York Daily News

"We won't have (Antonio Pierce) on the field, but we will have him on the sideline and we'll have his heart and his leadership there to rally the troops ... All the troops. Defense, offense and special teams. He will be there to..."

Tom Coughlin Nov 22 2009 12:54 AM from New York Daily News

"Yeah, we felt that all the way along"

Eli Manning Nov 21 2009 11:05 PM from Asbury Park Press

"Oh, definitely. It's all around here ... This team has a lot of resolve. We didn't get where we were last year and this year by letting a little adversity keep us down. The team is still high. We know it's a long season. We've..."

Jason Snelling Nov 21 2009 11:05 PM from Asbury Park Press

"The importance is winning ... Obviously at home, this time of year, it is very important for us to win. We want to win at home. We want to win for our fans. But we need to win a game, yes."

Tom Coughlin Nov 21 2009 11:05 PM from Asbury Park Press

"It is an important game for us because we have to get back on track ... Obviously it is a big one for them. We are in similar situations. We know they will come in ready to play. They have lost three of their last four and so..."

Eli Manning Nov 21 2009 11:05 PM from Asbury Park Press

"We haven’t done a really good job of turning people away"

Tom Coughlin Nov 21 2009 9:00 PM from Atlanta Journal Constitution

"I like facing the guys who are supposedly the best guy ... As a linebacker speaking, I’m excited about it. I tip my hat to him. I give respect when it’s due."

Mike Peterson Nov 21 2009 9:00 PM from Atlanta Journal Constitution

"Their pass rush is very good, so it’s hard to get the time for a lot of deep throws down the field ... You can throw some quick game, but they do a good job of coming up and tackling."

Eli Manning Nov 21 2009 9:00 PM from Atlanta Journal Constitution

"When you have a problem with something the week before, you prepare yourself to see it the following week ... Until we get it corrected, we are going to be seeing it."

Mike Peterson Nov 21 2009 9:00 PM from Atlanta Journal Constitution