Panthers vs Buccaneers 2014: First game under Lovie Smith

Game to restart at 5:55

Good look inside the stadium

Defense was passive, lacked fundamentals

What went wrong on defense for the Buccaneers against the Panthers?

Questions with the enemy

We talked to Turf Show Times about the Rams' quarterback situation, what's going to happen with Sam Bradford, the state of their defense and more.

Lovie Smith denies Martin's benching for pass pro

The muscle hamster was benched because his pass protection was horrible. And that's going to eat into his snaps going forward.

Tedford's participation still in doubt

We'll have to wait and see on the Bucs' offensive coordinator.

McCown forgot how to throw

I'm not sure that's better than just making stupid decisions.

Bucs Statistics and Grades Roundup: Week 1

How did the Buccaneers fare on Sunday? You've heard our opinions already, so let's consider the numbers and grades from around the web.

Breaking down Jorvorskie Lane's rumble

Jorvorskie Lane produced the Bucs' biggest run against the Carolina Panthers. We break it down for you!

Bucs drop a long way in power rankings

Quick, everyone act surprised!

Podcast: Punished by the Panthers

Ken and Leo are back with another episode of the podcast, and they're reviewing the Bucs first loss of the season.

Verner > Revis, week one

Austin Seferian-Jenkins's injury isn't serious

The three best and three worst Bucs on Sunday

Who were the best and worst performers for the Buccaneers in Week 1?

10 Things We Think We Learned - 2014 NFL Week 1

The Oh No We Suck Again Edition.

Snap counts: No dime defense for Bucs

The Bucs are moving away from a dime defense, if we can believe the snap counts.

Monday open thread & links

Here's your open thread for today.

Mankins, Martin injury updates

Mankins' injury might not be as bad as it seemed, while Martin's may be a little worse.

Bucs embarrassed, 20-14

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers started off the Lovie Smith era on a down note, being embarrassed in their own home by the Derek Anderson-led Carolina Panthers.

Fourth quarter thread

Here's your fourth quarter open thread.

And another terrible interception for McCown

Doug Martin injured

Another player heads to the locker room.

GIF: Graham Gano tries to kick during band practice

Graham Gano will not be denied his practice kicks!

Bucs media love Bananas Foster