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Five Most Important Games on the Buccaneers’ Schedule

By Alan Schechter

Jan 3, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) with offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter in the fourth quarter. The Panthers defeated the Buccaneers 38-10 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) with offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter in the fourth quarter. The Panthers defeated the Buccaneers 38-10 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 15, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes the ball at the practice field at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 15, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) passes the ball at the practice field at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

Week Seventeen: vs. Carolina

It’s not only about how you start, it’s about how you finish, and the Bucs finish with about as big of a game as they could have.

The rules makers knew what they were doing when they made it a rule that the teams would play divisional opponents in the final week of the year.  He may not be “dabbing” anymore, but taking on the Panthers is still a big deal.

If the Bucs are still in the hunt, the importance of this game is obvious.  Even if they are out of it, however, it’s still a big one.  The Bucs got swept by the eventual NFC champs last year, including a four interception performance by Winston in week four.

Next: Are the WR's a Strength or Weakness?

Standing up to this team will be a true test, either heading into the off-season, or potentially the playoffs.

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