Panthers fans across the Queen City are celebrating after Carolina secured a spot in the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2017.

The Panthers secured the NFC South title Sunday thanks to a win by the Atlanta Falcons over the New Orleans Saints, a result that officially sent Carolina to the postseason and ended a years-long playoff drought.

Fans across Charlotte say the moment sparked a feeling they haven’t experienced in years. After multiple losing seasons, many say pride in Panthers football is finally returning.

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