NFC South, Carolina Panthers and Buccaneers
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While Carolina thrives, Tampa Bay faces scrutiny. One NFC South contender's postseason hopes hinge on crucial wins, with coaching futures on the line.
The injury bug keeps hitting for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And now, another injury has come as the Bucs face the most important stretch of their season. Bucs co
New Orleans’ win was sealed by kicker Charlie Smyth, who hit a 47-yard field goal with two seconds left. That field goal was set up by a costly 15-yard penalty committed by Panthers safety Lathan Ransom, who hit Saints quarterback Tyler Shough while he was sliding, turning what would have been a 62-yard field goal into a 47-yard field goal.
On Monday, Sterling Shepard dished on the team’s approach to the playoffs and Tristan Wirfs discussed the energy boost of Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan via Thursday Night Football
The Carolina Panthers are still learning how to handle success. While the Panthers have thrived in the underdog role this season with wins over Green Bay and the Los Angeles Rams, they continue to struggle winning the games they’re supposed to win.
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NFC South enters survival mode for final stretch of 2025 season
The NFC South remains wide open as Tampa Bay and Carolina battle for control while Atlanta and New Orleans play spoiler.
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'Dream scenario' - Charlie Smyth kicks game-winner for Saints
CHARLIE SMYTH KICKED a game-winning field goal on Sunday night to see the New Orleans Saints edge NFC South rivals the Carolina Panthers. The former Down footballer was on target with a 47-yard field goal with just six seconds left on the clock,