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)
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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TAMPA, FL – OCTOBER 29: Jameis Winston #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gets sacked by Mario Addison #97 and Kawann Short #99 of the Carolina Panthers in the third quarter of a game 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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While Tampa Bay cannot make the playoffs they showed no loss of effort, almost defeating Atlanta despite a depleted roster. Looking to build some momentum for next season, the Buccaneers will attempt to end the year on a positive note with two divisional wins. At Carolina before hosting the Saints in the season finale.

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The playoff picture is beginning to clear as many teams should at least earn a spot this week even if their opponent remains in question.