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Panthers’ Rico Dowdle good to go vs. Buccaneers. What about Robert Hunt?

The Carolina Panthers will have an opportunity to claim the NFC South with a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 18. When they take the field, the Panthers will have one of their best offensive weapons at their disposal.

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Bryce Young's job just got a whole lot easier vs. Buccaneers

Heading into Saturday at 4:30, the Carolina Panthers are 8-8, on the verge of two things: their first winning season and their first playoff berth since 2017.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 1

Home-field disadvantage could hand Carolina Panthers a huge win

The Carolina Panthers are 8-8. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a game worse. Very little actually separates these two teams other than their history. They're equal now, but the Bucs are declining, and the Panthers are on the rise.

Tetairoa McMillan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 1

NFL analyst has one fair but harsh criticism of Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan

On New Year’s Eve, NFL writer Brad Gagnon of Bleacher Report penned a piece in which he pointed out every team’s strongest “building block” from their rookie class of 2025.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

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

The 'NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year winners' quiz

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 1

Predicting the Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFC South clash

The Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will meet for the NFC South title. If the Panthers lose, they still have hope via an Atlanta Falcons win.

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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.

Carolina Panthers News / Total Apex Sports / January 1

Jason Kelce Drags the Panthers for Refusing to Win the NFC South

Let’s be honest: The NFC South is a dumpster fire this year. And nobody seems to know that better than Jason Kelce. On the latest episode of “New Heights,” the retired Eagles legend didn’t hold back when talking about the Carolina Panthers.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / January 1

Inconsistent Panthers aim to clinch NFC South in rematch with Bucs

It's not exactly a winner-takes-all situation when the NFC South rival Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers clash for the second time in three weeks on Saturday in Tampa.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 31

Panthers Claim D’Anthony Bell, Place Ja’Tavion Sanders On IR

Entering a must-win showdown with NFC South rival Tampa Bay on Saturday, Carolina made a couple of notable roster moves on Wednesday. The Panthers claimed safety D’Anthony Bell off waivers from the Seahawks and placed tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders on injured reserve, per Joe Person of The Athletic.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 31

Super Bowl champion reveals why Panthers might have leg up vs. Bucs

Three days away from the start of the final weekend of the 2025 NFL regular season. It begins at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday afternoon, when the Carolina Panthers look to knock off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the second time in three weeks.

Tetairoa McMillan News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 31

Panthers' WR Tetairoa McMillan drops in latest PFF rookie rankings

Lauren Gray of Pro Football Focus has been ranking rookies all season. One of the best this season has been the eighth overall pick in April’s draft who is currently the Carolina Panthers’ leading receiver.

Rico Dowdle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31

Panthers’ Rico Dowdle returns to practice ahead of Week 18 Bucs showdown

The Carolina Panthers travel to Florida to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to begin Week 18 on Saturday evening. This game is for all the marbles … kind of.

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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.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31

Panthers bold predictions for massive Week 18 clash against Buccaneers

The Carolina Panthers are blossoming during their second season under head coach Dave Canales. Carolina is 8-8 heading into Week 18 with a ton on the line.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 31

White challenges Bucs to 'have a level of pride' ahead of must-win game

Rachaad White challenges Buccaneers to 'have a level of pride' ahead of must-win game vs. Panthers

The Bucs went from 6-2 to 7-9 and are left needing help to reach the upcoming postseason tournament.

Why Falcons could determine if Panthers, Buccaneers win NFC South title

Buccaneers changes reportedly 'not off the table' amid Todd Bowles job-security rumors

Did Todd Bowles blame Baker Mayfield for Buccaneers' woes?

The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history

The '200-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

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The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

The 'CFP appearances' quiz

The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz

The 'Most NFL pass completions' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / December 31

HC challenges Panthers amid unique pursuit of playoff berth

Dave Canales challenges Panthers amid unique pursuit of playoff berth

The 8-8 Panthers could enter the playoffs as champions of the NFC South even if they lost to the 7-9 Tampa Bay Buccaneers this coming Saturday.

Falcons HC Raheem Morris may have to do this to keep his job

Raheem Morris repeats bold Bijan Robinson take after Falcons' 'MNF' win over Rams

Why Falcons could determine if Panthers, Buccaneers win NFC South title

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The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

The Keys and Players Who Can Lead the Carolina Panthers to Victory in Week 18

The Carolina Panthers’ biggest game of the season will be this Saturday in Tampa Bay. The Panthers are sitting at 8-8 with a lead in the division. While the Bucs are currently at 7-9 but are looking to steal this game and get into the playoffs.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / December 31