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Panthers vs. Bucs: Playoff Berth on the Line
3 Jan
Summary
- Winner advances to playoffs, loser eliminated in critical game.
- Buccaneers aiming for fourth straight playoff appearance.
- Game kicks off Saturday, Jan. 3, at 4:30 p.m. ET in Tampa.

The Carolina Panthers are traveling to Florida for a critical Saturday game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This matchup is essentially a playoff game, as the winner will secure a wild card spot, while the loser will be eliminated from postseason contention. The Buccaneers are striving to reach the playoffs for the fourth year in a row.
Carolina, a surprise team this season, is aiming for their first postseason appearance since 2017. The game's outcome could still see the Panthers clinch the division title even with a loss, depending on other results. Conversely, the Buccaneers could win but still miss the playoffs if the Atlanta Falcons defeat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.
Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, January 3rd, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. Fans can listen to the game locally on 97.9 FM in Tampa and 99.7 FM in Carolina, or via SiriusXM channels 225 and 226.




