Carolina Panthers: NFC South preview

Panthers: NFC South preview – Week 16

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 1: Quarterback Jameis Winston #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers speaks with quarterback Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers following the Buccaneers' 17-16 win over the Panthers at an NFL game on January 1, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

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Carolina Panthers v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

TAMPA, FL – OCTOBER 29: Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers runs for a 20-yard gain in the fourth quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on October 29, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. The Panthers defeated the Bucs 17-3. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

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Week 15: Carolina Panthers 31, Green Bay Packers 24

Quarterback Cam Newton outplayed Aaron Rodgers, who returned for an opportunity to salvage the Packers season. Tossing four touchdown passes without an interception, Newton led Carolina to their second straight home win, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

Week 16: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-10), 1:00pm

The Carolina defense dominated Tampa Bay in their first meeting, allowing only a second half field goal. Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston also had three turnovers, one fumble and two interceptions, in the loss. If successful again, the Panthers playoff ticket will be punched.

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