Bucs Nation · May 6, 2019
Buc Rivals: Carolina Panthers After the Draft
Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY SportsThe NFC South has been one of the toughest divisions in football in recent times, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have mostly been on the outside looking in.
One rival, the Carolina Panthers, have been in the fray more often than not and were most recently in the hunt for a Super Bowl title following the 2015-16 season. Turmoil has followed the franchise since their loss to the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50.
Quarterback Cam Newton had his worst season as a pro the following year, and while the team rebounded for a playoff appearance in 2017, the on-field resurgence was fogged over by the troubles and drama surrounding then owner Jerry Richardson.
