The Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to face off in NFL Week 17 action. What five bold predictions can be made for the game and what should fans be on the lookout for throughout the game?
1. Cam Newton Bounces Back from the Loss with 350 Total Yards and Four TD's
After losing last week against the Atlanta Falcons, Cam Newton is going to be an even more fierce competitor against the Buccaneers. He is one of the best all-around players in the NFL and will prove that as a fact this week. Newton will total 350 yards and four touchdowns in the game and will show why the Panthers are 14-1 this season and Super Bowl favorites.
2. Jameis Winston Puts Up a Big Game Against the Panthers' Defense
Tampa Bay has been very pleased with the play of rookie quarterback Jameis Winston. He was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft and many didn't think that he was the right pick. Winston will put up a big game this week against the Panthers and will prove once again that he was indeed the right selection.
3. Josh Norman Completely Shuts Down Tampa's WR's
One of the biggest surprises for the Panthers this season has been cornerback Josh Norman. He is one of the top cover corners in the NFL and will show that this week going up against the Buccaneers' wide receivers. Norman will completely shut them down and will help the Panthers' defense look like the NFL's best once again.
4. Doug Martin Picks Up 100 Yards and a Touchdown to End the Season
It was good to see Doug Martin return to star form this season for the Buccaneers after his struggles since his rookie season. He will pick up 100 yards and a touchdown on the ground this week against a Carolina defense that hasn't given up much on the ground. Martin is a big piece for the Buccaneers' future and will end the season on a positive note this week.
5. Carolina Wins Fairly Easily to Move to 15-1 in the Regular Season
There is no question that the Panthers are the better team and they will show it this week. It shouldn't be too close of a game, but the Buccaneers will put up a fight early on. Carolina will end the regular season at 15-1, while the Buccaneers will drop to 6-10 to finish out 2015.
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