Buccaneers at Panthers

Franchise Hub Beat · 3d ago

In a hard-fought battle in Week 7 of the 2026 season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers narrowly defeated the Carolina Panthers with a final score of 13-10. The win keeps the Buccaneers firmly in the playoff race, while the Panthers look to regroup after a tough loss at home.

Baker Mayfield led the Buccaneers' offense with a solid performance, throwing for 214 yards, while Bucky Irving dominated on the ground with 97 rushing yards. Emeka Egbuka proved to be a key target in the passing game, racking up 113 receiving yards and consistently moving the chains for Tampa Bay. Bryce Young managed to throw a touchdown pass for the Panthers, but it wasn't enough to secure the victory.

Defensively, Vita Vea stood out for the Buccaneers, recording a crucial sack that helped shift momentum in the second half. The game's turning point came late in the fourth quarter when the Buccaneers' defense held the Panthers to a critical three-and-out, thwarting their late-game drive and allowing Tampa Bay to run out the clock for the win. Mike Jackson led the Panthers with eight total tackles, but it was the Buccaneers' timely defense that ultimately secured the victory.