Being an AFC game, I don't see it as a must-win. I also don't see it as a statement game as I think Payton & Co. have proven they can play with the supposed "contenders".
That said, I like our chances alot considering Carolina beat them, we've had a bye to gameplan them, and they have alot of issues (McNair/coaching changes). Also, pretty big to get them in the Dome...
We beat them, I see us at 7-1 at the half-way point...HUGE!