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Bucs with Bowles: Tampa Bay Dominates Panthers in 43-13 Win

The Buccaneers forced four turnovers and held Carolina to 266 total yards while securing their first NFC South win.

  • On Sunday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Carolina Panthers 43-13, with running back Bucky Irving rushing for 106 yards and two touchdowns. The victory marked Tampa Bay's first NFC South win of the season.
  • Tampa Bay capitalized on four turnovers to dominate the matchup, including a 32-yard fumble return for a touchdown by defensive tackle Calijah Kancey. The defense held Carolina to 266 total yards, well below their 404.4 average.
  • Quarterback Baker Mayfield returned from injury, completing 7 of 11 passes for 64 yards and a touchdown, while the Buccaneers leaned on a ground attack that rushed for 258 yards. Cornerback Zyon McCollum scored a defensive two-point conversion.
  • The Buccaneers scored 27 unanswered points to start the game, establishing a commanding early lead. Head Coach Todd Bowles praised the team's execution in controlling time of possession against the explosive Panthers offense.
  • Following this divisional victory, the Buccaneers prepare to host the Atlanta Falcons in their next matchup on Nov. 1. The win marks Tampa Bay's second consecutive victory over the Panthers.
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Mayfield and Bucs are confident they can turn season around after beating division-leading Panthers

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — There's nothing like a dominant performance to bolster a struggling team's confidence.

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The Free Press (Tampa) broke the news in Tampa, United States on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
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