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Week 17 NFC South Review: Atlanta’s loss is Tampa Bay’s gain

There is an 83% chance that Tampa Bay is going to win the division and go to the playoffs; only the New Orleans Saints stand in their way. For the second time this season, Atlanta lost control of its destiny and allowed a team they swept to control their fate.

Here’s the Week 17 NFC South Review.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7)

Week 17 Result: Buccaneers 48 - Panthers 14

Week 18 Opponent: New Orleans Saints

Baker Mayfield threw five touchdowns and left it all on the field in the Buccaneers’ convincing victory over their division opponent.