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FINAL Week: Bucs Win If / Panthers Win If

ehinote · 2026-01-03T04:07:12Z

This is it. We’ve waited eight weeks for the Bucs to break free from this skid, and Saturday’s game against the Panthers is their last chance. If they can secure a win and get help from the Saints in their game against the Falcons on Sunday, this team could still find its way into the playoffs after more than two months of disappointing football. A playoff appearance might help us forget the recent struggles—at least until the next loss. BUCS WIN IF… Bucs on Offense: If Todd Bowles can completely step back from offensive meetings this week, we have a shot. Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard has crafted effective game plans early in recent matchups, focusing on aggressive play from the start. However, as the game progresses, there tends to be an excessive focus on the run/pass ratio, and we all know where that pressure originates. I want to see the Bucs give Baker Mayfield the opportunity to either carry this team or face the consequences. Let him find his rhythm early and maintain it. I’d love to see Mike Evans finish with 80 yards and a touchdown, Chris Godwin with 6 catches for 65 yards, McMillan contributing 4 catches for 70 yards, and Egbuka with 2 catches for 30 yards and a touchdown. Let’s finish strong with a rushing touchdown from our running backs and another through the air. Bucs on Defense: Here’s hoping Bowles can formulate a plan to prevent the Panthers’ offense from resembling the ‘99 Rams’ “Greatest Show on Turf.” We tend to make any offense look unstoppable. The Bucs should aim to force Panthers’ quarterback Bryce Young to win the game with his arm. Shutting down their running game is crucial, and we need to avoid leaving receivers in one-on-one situations. Challenge Young’s arm strength and accuracy by making him fit the ball into tight windows. If he can do it, then they deserve the win. PANTHERS WIN IF… Panthers on Offense: They need to establish a running game to set up effective play action. Target Tetairia McMillan frequently; he’s an athletic force. By shifting Bucs defenders toward him, they can create openings elsewhere. If they can score 23 points, they’ll likely secure the win. Panthers on Defense: If the Bucs come out with the same offensive game plan they used in their first meeting, the Panthers should focus on shutting down the run. However, they must also be prepared for a normal NFL offensive plan of a balanced mix of pass and run plays. Never know when Bucs coaching might wake up. Providing safety help over the top on Evans’ side is essential, and they should aim to keep Baker in the pocket, forcing him to throw. He hasn’t looked comfortable doing so lately. FINAL WORD I’ve held out hope for a Bucs victory over the last four weeks, but I believe that ship has sailed. Once a coach loses a locker room, it’s tough to regain that trust. The heart of the team seems to be fading. Hopefully, they’ll undergo a much-needed transformation in the offseason. Prediction: Panthers win 27-16.

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kingtrojan

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following the same game script as the last two weeks

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:15 pm

FireBowles2026

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No Godwin on third down...

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:15 pm

DEBUCSOWN

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Awful read by baker

giving them momentum they haven’t earned smh

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:15 pm

BadabingBucs

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And there’s game. Looking great and baker decides…,nah

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:15 pm

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Posted by: @firebowles2026

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2nd and 10 run. Siiiigh

You can’t always throw on throwing downs and/or pass on passing downs. Any OC has to mix it up.

It didn't work

Sure. All plays don’t work all of the time. But it’s not foolish to run the ball on 2nd and 10 occasionally.

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:16 pm

kingtrojan

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that was way to easy for the Panthers

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:17 pm

BadabingBucs

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Let’s blame defense for baker being a cunt

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:17 pm

OlafSnowfake

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Busted cover. Shocking

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:17 pm

FireBowles2026

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Easiest TD ever

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:17 pm

JC5100

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Dennis

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:18 pm

Biggs3535

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Excellent RZ defense, setup by a dumbass throw by the QB.

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:18 pm

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Let’s blame defense for baker being a cunt

The defense is allowed to not give up walk-in TD’s after the offense turns it over.

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:19 pm

BadabingBucs

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Excellent RZ defense, setup by a dumbass throw by the QB.

baker has been so bad. This INT one of his best

such a crippling play to give them life

No thanks on extending this bitch. Go raise your kid

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:19 pm

ehinote

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Stupid baker and wide open receiver for panthers. Sounds like our season.

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:21 pm

BadabingBucs

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Let’s just punt right now

Posted : Jan. 3, 2026 5:21 pm

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