The Buccaneers had no trouble driving for a touchdown to open Sunday’s game against the Panthers and the Panthers had no trouble answering with one of their own.
Quarterback Bryce Young ended the six-play drive with a 17-yard touchdown strike to wide receiver Adam Thielen. The extra point made it 7-7 with 8:15 left in the first quarter.
Young’s recent play has been encouraging for the Panthers and the opening drive was right in line. He had a 31-yard completion to Thielen earlier in the drive and also hit Jalen Coker for a 15-yard gain.
The Panthers spoiled the Cardinals’ playoff hopes last weekend and they’re trying to do the same to their divisional rivals this Sunday. If Young keeps dealing, they might pull it off.