Buccaneers vs Panthers

Buccaneers vs Panthers played on December 21, 2025. Final score: Buccaneers 20 - Panthers 23. Week 16. Fan ratings and discussion on RateGame.

Top fan take from @FlameRaptorRaven: “Terrific inter-division battle. Tight all game long, it came down to the final 2 drives and it ended with a dramatic interception. What’s the best part? The best part is we get this matchup 2 weeks later with (likely) everything on the line. For this game specifically, what a difference in vibe despite having the same record coming in. For the Panthers, they have made a miraculous comeback. From worst situation in the NFL to possible division winners. While the Bucs have gone from NFC South overlords and Super Bowl contenders to potentially missing the playoffs in an all-time collapse. Rategame’s #1 Arizona fan is very happy as McMillan had a great day, accounting for more than a third of Bryce Young’s passing yards. Speaking of Young, not an amazing day for him, but he was composed, poised and did when he had to when it counted most. He closed out each quarter in strong fashion and it helped his team get one step away from the playoffs.”

Venue: Bank of America Stadium