PREVIEW: Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers CLASH for NFC South Glory Sunday

Who wants to win the NFC South? With the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers both sitting at 7-7, the battle for the division heats up as uncertainty swirls around both teams’ consistency and leadership. Julian Council and Locked On Bucs host James Yarcho break down if either squad is mature enough to claim the title, spotlighting volatile quarterback play from Baker Mayfield and the Panthers up-and-down performances under Dave Canales and Bryce Young.Key matchups include Mike Evans vs. Jaycee Horn, Bucky Irving’s ground game against Carolina’s improving run defense, and whether Rico Dowdle can recapture his midseason form. Strategic questions loom large: Can Todd Bowles save his job, or will Tampa’s post-bye struggles cost them? Fans can expect detailed analysis on playoff implications, coaching hot seats, and the division’s most pivotal showdown—plus, why turnovers and run defense will likely determine the victor.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Rocket MoneyTake control of your finances and cancel your unwanted subscriptions with Rocket Money.Go to https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON today.Aura FramesFor a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code LOCKEDON at checkout.FanDuelIf you want to be right in the middle of the action this season, visit FanDuel.com and place your NFL live bets all season long.PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.