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How Can the Buccaneers Stop the Cards? A Pewter Plank Roundtable

By Alan Schechter

Jan 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians reacts prior to the game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians reacts prior to the game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy (93) celebrates a defensive stop against the Atlanta Falcons late in the game at the Georgia Dome. The Buccaneers won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy (93) celebrates a defensive stop against the Atlanta Falcons late in the game at the Georgia Dome. The Buccaneers won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Zach Sauers

In my personal opinion I believe the best way too slow down Arizona’s high-octane offense is through the trenches. The Cardinals’ offensive line is full of some big bodies. Having Evan Mathis likely out with an injury this week is something the Bucs need to take advantage of. If Gerald McCoy and company are able to exploit the newly found weakness and make Carson Palmer react quicker, it could be a good day.

As you’ve seen in the past Palmer is definitely no slouch, but he also is no Tom Brady. Getting the ball out quicker is something that could help the Bucs due to the Cardinals constant look for a deep ball.  It also may help with the size differential between our corners and their receivers. Watch for the Bucs’ defensive line to prove this week that they are the real deal.

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