14 Panthers (Jan 3, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-14 win over the Carolina Panthers, keeping their hopes alive for a fifth consecutive NFC South title, but now must rely on the New Orleans Saints to beat or tie the Atlanta Falcons.
- The NFC South division winner will have a losing record, with the Buccaneers (8-9), Panthers (8-9), and Falcons (7-9) all in contention depending on Sunday's Saints-Falcons game outcome.
- Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield threw a touchdown to Cade Otton and overcame his ninth interception in eight games, while kicker Chase McLaughlin added three field goals in a rain-soaked contest.
- The Panthers could clinch their first division title since 2013 if the
