Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield sliced up Carolina’s battered defense. The former No. 1 overall pick (and Panther) completed 27 of his 32 throws for 359 yards, five touchdowns and a sparkling 153.0 passer rating.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers outscored the New Orleans Saints 27-0 the first time they played. On Sunday, much more was at stake and the Bucs outscored the Saints 21-3 after the break en route to a 27-19 win that gave them the NFC South title.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-7) will face off against NFC South rivals, the Carolina Panthers (4-11), on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Raymond James Stadium. The Buccaneers are considerable