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Todd Bowles brags on unheralded Buccaneers player that played a lowkey but also huge role in beating Panthers

Todd Bowles brags on unheralded Buccaneers player that played a lowkey but also huge role in beating Panthers

Sure, football games are ultimately decided on the field, but the preparation during the week leading up to the contest is just as important when it comes to factoring into everything.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / January 4

BR’s Buccaneers’ Game MVP Week 18

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers edged the Carolina Panthers 16-14 in a rain-soaked Week 18 matchup at Raymond James Stadium. When it comes to the game’s most valuable player, a few names stand out.

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How many of the NFL receivers to terrorize each team's fanbase the most in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Baker Mayfield News / A to Z Sports / January 4
Baker Mayfield and Bucs are forced into a situation they definitely won't like after staying alive in playoff race

Baker Mayfield and Bucs are forced into a situation they definitely won't like after staying alive in playoff race

Well, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still alive in the playoff race after beating the Carolina Panthers on Saturday, but the team still needs the New Orleans Saints to beat the Atlanta Falcons.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / January 4
NFL Facing Punishment Decision on Baker Mayfleid Incident

NFL Facing Punishment Decision on Baker Mayfleid Incident

The NFL is reviewing a heated moment involving Baker Mayfield that could lead to further discipline. The incident occurred during Saturday’s game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / January 4
So, Where Do Bucs’ NFC South Chances Stand Heading Into Sunday?

So, Where Do Bucs’ NFC South Chances Stand Heading Into Sunday?

OK, so the Bucs did their part on Saturday night, beating the Panthers 16-14 at Raymond James Stadium. Tampa Bay is now 8-9 and remains alive in the NFC South race heading into the final day of the regular season.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 3
NFL media members point out 'awful' calls that hurt Panthers in loss to Buccaneers

NFL media members point out 'awful' calls that hurt Panthers in loss to Buccaneers

The NFL world felt like the Carolina Panthers were on the wrong end of several calls in their Week 18 clash against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Lavonte David News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 3
Lavonte David earns massive props for record-tying tackle vs. Panthers

Lavonte David earns massive props for record-tying tackle vs. Panthers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers kept their playoff hopes alive with a 16-14 win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 18. Lavonte David stepped up in the must-win divisional clash.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Todd Bowles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 3
Why Todd Bowles isn’t ready to celebrate after Week 18 win vs. Panthers

Why Todd Bowles isn’t ready to celebrate after Week 18 win vs. Panthers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers stretched their season to Sunday, literally. All after holding off the Carolina Panthers in rain soaked fashion Saturday. But don’t expect head coach Todd Bowles to jump for joy soon in this NFC South race.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Field Level Media / January 3
Buccaneers edge Panthers to keep NFC South title hopes alive

Buccaneers edge Panthers to keep NFC South title hopes alive

Chase McLaughlin kicked three field goals and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers kept their chance to win the NFC South alive by beating the Carolina Panthers 16-14 on a rainy Saturday at Tampa.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 3
Panthers should be livid over calls (and non-calls) in loss to Bucs

Panthers should be livid over calls (and non-calls) in Week 18 loss to Buccaneers

The Carolina Panthers missed another chance to clinch the NFC South on Saturday night by dropping a tough 16-14 decision to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.  

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4
Terrible NFC South should lead NFL to reconsider Lions rule change

Terrible NFC South should lead NFL to reconsider Lions rule change

The NFC South is once again a pit of despair, with the division doing nothing to earn its playoff spot, let alone the privilege of hosting a postseason game. 

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4
Buccaneers' win over Panthers sets up NFC South chaos scenario

Buccaneers' win over Panthers sets up NFC South chaos scenario

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers kept their season and their playoff hopes alive, and now have a chance to win the NFC South and host a playoff game.

Panthers should be livid over the calls (and non-calls) in Week 18 loss to Bucs
NFL media members point out 'awful' calls that hurt Panthers in loss
Panthers players seemed unprepared for bad weather against Buccaneers
Panthers rookie breaks franchise record during Buccaneers game
Terrible NFC South should lead NFL to reconsider Lions rule change
Chris Godwin News / Field Level Media / January 3
Bucs WR Chris Godwin (illness) added to injury report

Bucs WR Chris Godwin (illness) added to injury report

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. was added to the injury report due to an illness ahead of Saturday's game against the visiting Carolina Panthers.

Jalen McMillan News / PewterReport.com / January 3
Jalen McMillan Is Breaking Out

Jalen McMillan Is Breaking Out

Jalen McMillan looks fantastic. Sorry, I was supposed to lead up to that. But three weeks after returning from a neck injury that could have ended his career, he just had the best game of his professional career.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / January 3
Is It Better For The Buccaneers To Win Or Lose To The Panthers Today?

Is It Better For The Buccaneers To Win Or Lose To The Panthers Today?

Started from the bottom now we’re here. From 6-2 to now having a pretty good chance of missing the playoffs. If you don’t remember, the Buccaneers only have one path to the playoffs.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3
Bucs HC Todd Bowles & GM Jason Licht Likely Safe

Bucs HC Todd Bowles & GM Jason Licht Likely Safe

Dianna Russini of The Athletic writes that Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles and GM Jason Licht appear to be safe even if the team ends up missing the playoffs.

Calijah Kancey News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 2

Buccaneers Activating DT Calijah Kancey From IR

According to Ian Rapoport, the Buccaneers are activating DT Calijah Kancey from injured reserve.  Kancey tore his pectoral muscle and underwent surgery to repair it in September.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / January 2
Bowles reveals mood of Bucs' locker room ahead of must-win game

Todd Bowles reveals mood of Buccaneers' locker room ahead of must-win game vs. Panthers

The 7-9 Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be eliminated from the upcoming postseason tournament while watching Sunday's NFL action. However, Tampa Bay's season will certainly come to an end if the club suffers a home loss to the 8-8 Carolina Panthers this coming Saturday.

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