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Buccaneers at Panthers: Preview, Where to Watch and Listen

By Bailey Adams

Oct 4, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (83) runs with the ball during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 4, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (83) runs with the ball during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports /
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Losers of three straight, the 1-3 Buccaneers hit the road this week for some primetime action, taking on the 1-3 Carolina Panthers. Here, we preview the matchup and tell you where to watch and listen to it.

The Buccaneers are in a bad place right now, standing at 1-3 with a long list of injuries. They have a chance to get healthy during their bye in week six, but before they get there, they have to square off with the 1-3 Carolina Panthers.

A week ago, Tampa Bay was rolled over by the Denver Broncos, losing 27-7. Jameis Winston struggled, the run game went nowhere and the defense couldn’t stop Trevor Siemian or Paxton Lynch. Cameron Brate and Mike Evans managed to shine a bit, but the biggest issue last week was the losses of Gerald McCoy and Noah Spence.

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The Panthers were beaten badly by the Atlanta Falcons last week, giving up 503 passing yards on their way to a 48-33 loss. Cam Newton left the game early after a hit to the head, which brought Derek Anderson into the game. Newton’s status is still unclear for Monday night, so it could be Anderson stepping in again. In 2014, he beat the Bucs twice while Newton watched from the sideline.

Both teams are struggling and in need of a season-changing win, so Monday night is a big deal. The Panthers can prove that they’re still in the hunt despite a bad start, while the Bucs are looking to prove that they are truly a different team than they were last year.

Carolina has beaten Tampa Bay six straight times. The last time the two teams squared off was week 17 of last year, when the Panthers came away with a 38-10 victory.

WHERE TO WATCH: This primetime matchup can be seen on ESPN. Monday Night Countdown will start at 6 p.m. ET before the game kicks off around 8:30. Sean McDonough will have the play-by-play, joined by former Buccaneer head coach Jon Gruden, who will provide the analysis. Lisa Salters will have reports from the sideline.

WHERE TO LISTEN: The game can be heard on 103.5 FM or 620 AM in the Tampa Bay area. Gene Deckerhoff will carry the play-by-play, with former Buc Dave Moore on color commentary. T.J. Rives will have the sideline reports. For more radio options around Florida, check here. The game can also be heard on Buccaneers.com or the Bucs’ mobile app.

Satellite radio subscribers can find the Bucs’ broadcast on Sirius 83. The Panthers’ broadcast can be heard on Sirius 81.

Next: Buccaneers vs Panthers: Five Game-Changing Players

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