Tank Spencer is the host of a weekly sports talk show, “The Sports Tank,” on Asheville’s News Radio WWNC (570-AM) that airs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. Spencer also serves as WWNC’s news anchor, reporter and afternoon producer. This column features posts from his blog.

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The following was posted Dec. 22:

FACT: The Carolina Panthers are knocking on the door of history. FACT: There are no facts to help us predict the future. FACT: Here are some facts to use in your endless debates over whether they’ll do the unthinkable.  (All stats accurate as of Week 16)

FACT: Carolina trailed Tampa Bay in total offense.

FACT: The Panthers have scored more points than any other team in the league.

FACT: In a “passing league,” the Panthers are in the bottom 10.

FACT: Carolina ranks third in the league in rushing

FACT: Carolina’s defense, for all of its hype, is tenth in points allowed.

FACT: The Panthers force turnovers like no other team. 22 Interceptions. 13 Fumbles recovered.

FACT: Cam Newton is still an inaccurate QB, ranking 30th in the league in completion percentage.

FACT: Cam Newton has more TD’s than Tom Brady. Cam: 33 passing, 7 rushing – Brady: 35 passing, 3 rushing

FACT: Cam Newton is still inaccurate on many passes and has few weapons at his disposal.

FACT: Cam Newton’s passer rating is higher than Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Drew Brees, Eli Manning, and Aaron Rodgers. (98.9)

We can all fully expect the Panthers to finish the regular season undefeated.

The playoff run will be challenging and it’s anyone’s guess from there.

The Seattle Seahawks appear to be the team with the hot hand (other than the Panthers). 

Let’s not forget the Panthers escaped with a win in Seattle earlier this year when the Seahawks were struggling.