Panthers Game Sunday: Panthers vs Buccaneers odds and prediction for NFL Week 16 game

Just when you thought things couldn’t get any more complicated for the Carolina Panthers, they come up against the defending Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their final home game of the season. Matt Rhule’s men haven’t used Bank of America Stadium to their advantage in 2021 and whether they can finish on a high is highly debatable in the midst of such a terrible run of form.

Rhule is a man under pressure. He’ll know that more than anybody, but if he can somehow steer the Panthers to victory over such high-quality opposition, it might be all the head coach needs to earn a reprieve.

This might also be the last time Cam Newton plays for Carolina on home soil. The quarterback was sensationally brought back to the franchise before Week 10 with mixed success, so every fan will be cherishing the moment in the event he departs for a second time this spring.

The Buccaneers are looking to bounce back after getting shut out by the New Orleans Saints. They will also be without some key figures on offense, which might just give Carolina half a chance.

Panthers vs Buccaneers Odds Week 16

The Week 16 betting odds on WynnBET have the Panthers as 11.0-point underdogs at Bank of America Stadium. They have +370 money line odds, while the Buccaneers are the overwhelming favorites at -470.

The total for the game is set at an over/under of 43.5 points, which can be wagered at -110 either way (bet $110 to win $100).

Panthers vs Buccaneers Prediction Week 16

It’s hard to say with great confidence that the Panthers are capable of beating any opposition at this stage. Confidence is rapidly fading in Rhule to inspire this group of players and considering the clear deficiencies on the offensive side of the football, things could get ugly against a team that looks destined for another deep postseason run.

Chris Godwin and Leonard Fournette will be sorely missed by Tampa Bay. But quarterback Tom Brady has a habit of bouncing back in fine fashion from any defeat throughout his glittering career.

Everything needs to go right for Carolina during their home finale. And in truth, even that might not be enough.

With this in mind, we are tipping another loss for Rhule and the Panthers, with the Buccaneers coming out on top by a 27-14 scoreline.

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