Buccaneers vs. Panthers: Everything You Need To Know

TAMPA, FL – Eight weeks in to the NFL season and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are finally playing their first divisional game.

This is good news for the Bucs. Despite their 2-4 record and their three-game losing streak, the Buccaneers still can right their ship if they can take advantage of an up-and-down year for the NFC South.

For instance, Tampa Bay’s next opponent, the Carolina Panthers, looked great in their 33-30 win over the Patriots in Week 4. But last week, the Panthers laid an egg in losing 17-3 to the Chicago Bears, who the Buccaneers easily handled in Week 1.

Here’s everything you need to know for the Buccaneers vs. Patriots Week 8 matchup:

Kickoff: Sunday, Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. Eastern

TV, Radio and Online: FOX, NFL Sunday Ticket, Buccaneers Radio Network, Bucanners.com

Location: Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa

Point Spread: As of Wednesday afternoon, the Buccaneers are favored between 1.5 and 2.5 points on the lines posted on OddsShark.com

Records and Standings: The Bucs enter the week in fourth place in the NFC South with a 2-4 record (0-0 division). The Panthers enter the week in second place in the NFC South with a 4-3 record (0-1 division).

Tickets: Tickets for the Buccaneers vs. Panthers game start at $55 and are available online at https://www1.ticketmaster.com/tampa-bay-buccaneers-vs-carolina-panthers-tampa-florida-10-29-2017/event/0D005294F0838B55?artistid=806026&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=8&camefrom=CFC_TBBUCS_bucsdotcom_TicketMatrix&tm_link=artist_msg-0_0D005294F0838B55#efeat4212.

Parking and Directions: Click here for directions to Raymond James Stadium and click here for the Raymond James Stadium parking map.

Tailgating: Tailgating is permitted in all stadium parking lots. Tailgaters can only occupy one spot and saving spaces is not permitted. Tailgating can only take place directly behind each fan’s own vehicle without blocking other spots, walkways or aisles.

Clear Bag Policy: The following bags are permitted into Raymond James Stadium:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVS and do not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches
• This is the size of a 1-gallon clear plastic freezer bag
• Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with our without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bags
• All bags are subject to search upon entry and are subject to additional searches within the stadium
• All items left unattended outside the gates will be disposed
• Approved bags must be carried when approaching the lines prior to entry
• Prohibited bags include coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage, seat cushions, computer bags and camera bags

Prohibited items: The following items are prohibited at Raymond James Stadium:

• Aerosol or spray bottles of sunscreen
• Any item that can be used as a missile
• Backpacks, duffel bags or large bags
• Bags or cases not approved in accordance with the Clear Bag Policy
• Cameras longer than 12 inches, including the body, lens and filter
• Camera bags and binocular cases
• Cans and bottles
• Coolers
• Fireworks
• Food and drinks
• Glass
• Horns and lasers
• Illegal drugs
• Pets (service animals are permitted)
• Recreational balls
• Seat cushions
• Sticks, poles, camera/selfie sticks or extenders
• Strollers
• Umbrellas
• Unmanned Aircraft Systems and radio controlled model aircraft or drones
• Video cameras
• Weapons

Image via Jennifer Snyder, Flickr, used under Creative Commons