NFL Playoffs Slideshow: San Francisco 49ers at Carolina Panthers Highlights

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Cam Newton pregame
Panthers quarterback Cam Newton takes a moment during warm ups prior to the 2013 NFC divisional playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium Bob Donnan USA TODAY Sports

Cam Newton prepares for the first playoff game of his career while warming up in some serious kicks. The third-year quarterback posted a career-high 61.7 completion percentage, 24 touchdowns, and 88.8 passer rating while guiding the Panthers to the playoffs for the first time since 2008.

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