The Panthers sealed the game when Kawann Short sacked Jameis Winston on Tampa Bay's final drive, and forced a fumble that Julius Peppers recovered. "We found ways and this is what great teams do — they find ways to win," Newton said. For now, the Panthers are just happy to be back in the playoffs following a 6-10 season last year. STRONG RUSH: Short and defensive end Wes Horton each had 1 1/2 sacks and a forced fumble for the Panthers. BIG GAME FOR BUCS RECEIVERS: The Bucs had six plays of 25 yards or longer against the Panthers fifth-ranked defense, including a 70-yard catch-and-run by Chris Godwin.

Source: ABC News December 24, 2017 21:22 UTC