What excuse will the media make for the Panthers?

The Panthers were on there way back after beating two losing teams in the Bucs and Rams. Today, the Panthers lose to another losing team in the Redskins. According to the media they were surging and heading for the NFC South title. Are they still surging and on there way back? I looked at the NFC South standings at 3 p.m. and I see the Saints all alone at the top. I am sure they will come up with something to discount our win and discount there loss.