Panthers and Bucs Face Key Injury Challenges

The Carolina Panthers will be without rookie Xavier Legette due to a hip injury in their game against the Cardinals, adding to a list of questionable players including Jadeveon Clowney and A’Shawn Robinson. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face injury concerns with quarterback Baker Mayfield, who missed practice due to a knee issue. Despite this, Mayfield has been pivotal in the Buccaneers' recent success, throwing for 3,617 yards and 32 touchdowns this season. The Bucs are in a crucial phase as they aim to secure a playoff spot, currently leading the NFC South with an 8-6 record. Other Buccaneers players, including Mike Evans and Cade Otton, are also dealing with injuries, potentially impacting their upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys. The Buccaneers' offensive balance, featuring a strong passing game and an effective backfield, is critical as they fend off the Atlanta Falcons for division supremacy.