Buccaneers Beat Panthers Amid Controversy to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

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Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-14 victory over the Carolina Panthers after a controversial penalty nullified a key play for Carolina.The win moves Tampa Bay to an 8-9 record, leaving their postseason fate in the hands of the upcoming game between the New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons.Referee Brad Allen defended an offensive pass interference call on Tetairoa McMillan that cancelled a 32-yard gain for Bryce Young and the Panthers.
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