News

22 December 2025

• Fans help create a "rocking" playoff atmosphere and effect the game in Panthers' win against the Bucs
  In a game vital to taking the lead in the NFC South, Panthers fans heeded the call to show up and get loud, effecting the game multiple times and creating what players called a "playoff game."
• Panthers have reason to celebrate, but motivation to get back to work
  Even in the moments after an emotional last-minute win over the Buccaneers, the Panthers immediately turned the focus back to what got them to this point to begin with.
• Play of the Day: Jaycee Horn's touchdown-saving tackle saved four points in a three-point win
  In the second quarter, the Bucs were sitting on the 3-yard line, ready to take a two-possession lead. Instead, the defensive line stood up and allowed Jaycee Horn to make a TD-saving play.
• From rookies to replacements, Panthers embodying "next man up"
  The Panthers have shown the ability to put new people in new spots and still perform — along with trusting young people to play critical roles for a growing team.
• Lathan Ransom caps a tough week with a poetic, game-winning finish
  The rookie safety made a game-winning interception for the Panthers, capping a long week with a dramatic finish that came at the perfect time.
• Another game-winning drive for Bryce Young, and they're getting used to it
  For the sixth time this season and the 12th in his career (most in the league since 2023), Young led his team to a late win. And with every one, the confidence in him, and the team as a whole grows.
• Rapid Reactions: Panthers move a step closer with late win over Bucs
  Lathan Ransom's interception sealed the win that moved the Panthers to 8-7, and on the cusp of a playoff berth.
• Inactives: No Ikem Ekwonu for Buccaneers game
  The Panthers will be without three starters Sunday against the Bucs, with Trevin Wallace and Tershawn Wharton also out with injuries.
• Panthers hoping to make a big noise, and hear one for biggest home game in years
  With playoff implications on the line, the Panthers know the stakes of today's game against the Bucs. And they're hoping to replicate the atmosphere of their last home game.
• Legend of the Game: Greg Olsen
  The legendary tight end/broadcaster will be in the house Sunday for the Panthers game against the Buccaneers, allowing him to think back on the big games with playoff implications he was part of.