The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are inching closer to the top of the NFC South standings after back-to-back dominant wins against divisional opponents.
The Buccaneers remain in second place behind the Carolina Panthers, but a win in Week 9 against the Chicago Bears could catapult the Bucs into first.
Bucs Nation, how are you feeling about the team’s playoff chances ahead of Week 9? Let us know in the comments section below.
Today’s Buccaneers news
Week 8 NFC South Standings: What Are the Buccaneers’ Playoff Chances? | Tampa Bay Buccaneers On SI
Despite starting 0-4, the Buccaneers have legitimate playoff hopes as they approach
the halfway mark of the season.
Bucs’ Secondary Is Showing Up | Pewter Report
The Buccaneers’ secondary continues to be a key part of their success as they get ready for Week 9 against the Chicago Bears.
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Today’s NFL news
NFL Power Rankings: Big flips since last poll | SB Nation
Take a look at where the Buccaneers and the other 31 NFL teams slot in for this week’s power rankings.
Bears vs. Buccaneers odds: Opening lines for Week 9 matchup | Windy City Gridiron
The Chicago Bears are an early favorite against the Buccaneers for Sunday night football this week, but Tampa could find a way to pull off an upset.













