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Bucs D forging 'new identity' after Panthers shutdown - NFL.com
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense harassed quarterback Cam Newton into some awful throws and discombobulated an already wayward Panthers offense, holding Carolina to just four field goals.

Jameis Winston, defense help Bruce Arians get his first win as Bucs coach
Sports Day Tampa Bay podcast: Jameis Winston plays a clean game, and the Bucs’ defense doesn’t allow a touchdown.

Buccaneers talking “new identity” on defense
The Buccaneers stopped the Panthers on fourth-and-1 early. They stopped them on fourth-and-1 late. And at least for a moment, they stopped being the Bucs as we knew them. After stopping Cam Newton in his tracks for a 20-14 win last night, the Buccaneers are hoping others notice the change. “It’s crazy

Behind stingy defense, Bucs snap seven-game road losing streak - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Blog- ESPN
The shift to Todd Bowles' aggressive defense is paying off for the Bucs, who shut down Cam Newton and Christian McCaffrey in Thursday's comeback win.

Cam Newton, Panthers under duress with 0-2 start after loss to Bucs - Carolina Panthers Blog- ESPN
The Bucs' defensive formula -- pressure Newton with blitzes and gang up on running back Christian McCaffrey -- will be copied.