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As the Brady-Manning showdown gets all the hype, the Panthers and Cardinals quietly get ready to battle for the other Super Bowl berth. As soon as the Denver Broncos stepped off the field, having defeated an under strength Pittsburgh Steelers side, all attention turned to their next game; Tom Bradys New England Patriots. Brady v Manning is a classic sporting rivalry and will be remembered long after both join the Hall of Fame, but in 2016 this is an uneven match up as Peyton Manning struggles to move the ball like he did in his prime.Meanwhile the main event is the one no one is talking about, as the Carolina Panthers take on the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC title game (Sunday 11:30pm, Sky Sports 2). Cam Newton has been in outstanding form this season These are the seasons two best teams, without question. Both have played fast, aggressive offence and disruptive, no-nonsense defence and, unsurprisingly, they are the two most heavily represented franchises in the Pro Bowl. Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is a legitimate dual-threat player; that is, he can throw and run the ball incredibly effectively and always keeps the opposition defence guessing.His opponent, Carson Palmer, is a different type of quality. A 13-year league veteran and thought to be on his way out of the NFL, Palmer has found success with the Cardinals, experiencing a career resurgence in the deep-passing game that coach Bruce Arians has employed. The quarterbacks would be nothing without their supporting casts, however. Whilst many predicted the Panthers might struggle offensively after losing breakout star wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin during training camp, the Panthers led the league with 500 points during the regular season. A lot of that success can be attributed to tight end Greg Olsen, who has had a Pro Bowl year. Running back Jonathan Stewart has been another key asset for the Panthers and, if Ted Ginn can be a safe pair of hands in Benjamins absence, it may be a tough night for the Cardinals defence. David Johnson (left) has scored 13 touchdowns this season for the Arizona Cardinals The Cardinals have offensive talent of their own, not least the wide receiver core of Larry Fitzgerald, John Brown and Michael Floyd. Palmers success is, certainly in part, due to the speed and athleticism of his three receivers who have combined to place Arizona atop the passing rankings for most yards gained during the regular season. Add in Rookie of the Year candidate running back David Johnson and Palmers weaknesses in his own running game fade into insignificance. Tom Brady could go head to head with Cam Newton in the Super Bowl On the defensive side of the ball, both sides have leaders who will be looking to steal the show. The Panthers defence ranks third in the league for pass rushing, and the Cardinals will have to be aware of the threat posed by defensive tackle Kawann Short, as well as defensive end Mario Addison.There is also the prospect of Pro Bowl linebackers Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis. Away from the line, the Panthers have another Pro Bowler in cornerback Josh Norman, who will look to unsettle the wide receivers like he did when he faced Odell Beckham Jr. An Arizona Cardinals supporter has tattooed ‘Super Bowl 50’ on himself Arizona will again call on the old guard of defensive stalwarts Calais Campbell and Dwight Freeney to try and disrupt Newton before he can begin to throw. If he does manage to get the ball away, cornerback Patrick Peterson will be looking for the crucial interceptions. The Pro Bowler has had a career year, allowing the fewest yards of any cornerback, and conceding only one touchdown.The Cardinals are 7-1 on the road this season. The Panthers are unbeaten in their last 12 home games. Both coaches are viable Coach of the Year candidates, and it wouldnt be surprising if either quarterback won season MVP either. This game is going to be high intensity, thoroughly unpredictable and well worth staying up for. Also See: Sky Live: Championship games AFC and NFC Championship predictions Osis play-off preview Rivers reveals hoverboard ban Air Jordan Retro 4 Discount .Y. - Nelson Mandela will be honoured by the New York Yankees with a plaque in Monument Park. Air Jordan 4 Wholesale . MORITZ, Switzerland -- Fog prevented downhill racers from getting their Olympic dress rehearsal. http://www.cheapairjordan4.net/ . - Blake Griffin had 30 points and 12 rebounds, J. Air Jordan 4 Retro Cheap . The visitors took a deserved lead in the 16th minute with midfielder Yohan Cabaye curling the ball beyond Adrian from inside the penalty area. Air Jordan 4 Outlet . Nine days before the opening ceremony, organizing committee chief Dmitry Chernyshenko said Wednesday that Sochi is "fully ready" and will deliver safe, friendly and well-run games that defy the grim reports that have overshadowed preparations. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Tim Williams scored 19 points and New Mexico rolled to an 83-43 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday night.The Golden Lions (1-11) missed their first 13 shots and New Mexico (7-4) forced nine turnovers and led 16-0 before Arkansas-Pine Bluffs first bucket by Trent Steen at the 8:34 mark. He finished with 11 points before fouling out with seven minutes remaining.The game was sloppy throughout, with the teams combining for 44 turnovers. However only New Mexico took advantage, turning them innto 24 total points.ddddddddddddDane Kuiper had 14 points for the Lobos and Connor MacDougall added 10, all from the foul line.Ghiavonnii Robinson led the Lions with 12, but only went 4-for-14 from the field.Arkansas-Pine Bluffs shooting was off all night, finishing 15 of 57, including a dreadful 3-24 in the first half.New Mexico particularly dominated at the foul line, making 37 of 49. ' ' '