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NFC South will be determined by Saints-Falcons game after Buccaneers keep season alive vs Panthers

January 4, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a critical 16-14 victory over the Carolina Panthers, keeping their playoff hopes alive. The outcome now sets the stage for the NFC South title to be decided in the upcoming game between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints, both of whom are out of playoff contention.

NFC South will be determined by Saints-Falcons game after Buccaneers keep season alive vs Panthers

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated Carolina Panthers 16-14.
The victory keeps the Buccaneers' playoff hopes alive.
NFC South title will be determined by the Falcons vs. Saints game.
Carolina Panthers needed a win to clinch the division.
If Saints win, Tampa Bay will have a chance to take the division.

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NFC South will be determined by Saints-Falcons game after Buccaneers keep season alive vs Panthers

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NFC South will be determined by Saints-Falcons game after Buccaneers keep season alive vs Panthers

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