Panthers, NFC South and Saints
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The injury bug keeps hitting for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And now, another injury has come as the Bucs face the most important stretch of their season. Bucs co
The Panthers are currently a half-game ahead of the Bucs, but the Bucs are favored to win the division.
On Monday, Sterling Shepard dished on the team’s approach to the playoffs and Tristan Wirfs discussed the energy boost of Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan via Thursday Night Football
Panthers rookie linebacker Lathan Ransom made a huge mistake on Sunday with nine seconds left when he hit a sliding Tyler Shough on the quarterback's final carry of regulation. That drew a penalty that moved the Saints 15 yards closer to the end zone, turning a 62-yard field-goal attempt by Charlie Smyth into a 47 yarder.
While Carolina thrives, Tampa Bay faces scrutiny. One NFC South contender's postseason hopes hinge on crucial wins, with coaching futures on the line.
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NFC South enters survival mode for final stretch of 2025 season
The NFC South remains wide open as Tampa Bay and Carolina battle for control while Atlanta and New Orleans play spoiler.