Carson Palmer was all over the place with his throws in that game against the Packers. Way too many overthrows and underthrows. I don't think he can play like that against a team like NE and win, especially in a big game. Completing 58% of your passes and throwing 2 picks isn't going to get you the W against a QB and Coach that has a multi-decade pact with the devil.
And since I'm obviously rooting for the team(s) that are most likely to beat NE, I'd much rather see NE vs. Carolina. Cam Newton has been electric, very exciting to watch, and it's always nice seeing a young QB take home a ring. Unless I'm mistaken I don't think he's ever made it past the divisional playoff round in his career until this season.