Panthers vs Buccaneers Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Today
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Key Points:
- The NFC South playoff scenario hinges on Tampa Bay beating Carolina and New Orleans defeating Atlanta, while Carolina controls its own fate with a win over Tampa Bay.
- Carolina running back Chuba Hubbard is expected to play a key role, especially with teammate Rico Dowdle nursing a toe injury; coach Dave Canales has expressed strong confidence in Hubbard.
- Tampa Bay's defense, once a top run-stopping unit, has declined significantly in the second half of the season, potentially benefiting Carolina's rushing attack.
- Betting predictions favor Tampa Bay moneyline, but Carolina's Hubbard over 28.5 rushing yards and Bucky Irving scoring a touchdown are key bets in the same-game parlay.
- Carolina has struggled at Tampa Bay's Raymond James Stadium historically
