NFL predictions: The Bucs really shouldn’t be a problem for the Panthers

Walker Clement of Cat Scratch Reader argues that the Carolina Panthers should comfortably handle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their upcoming Week 7 matchup. Entering the middle of the season as the NFC's third seed, Carolina has an opportunity to solidify its status as a contending team. Clement highlights that Tampa Bay, coached by Todd Bowles and quarterbacked by Baker Mayfield, currently struggles to compete against quality opponents.

Betting lines via FanDuel show the Panthers favored by 2.5 points against the Buccaneers. Cat Scratch Reader's staff predictions largely reflect confidence in Carolina, with writer predictions from Walker Clement, Jonathan DeLong, Daniel Belton, Eric Buchanan, and Andrew Sweat all projecting double-digit victories for the Panthers, while Brian Beversluis predicts a Buccaneers upset.