Tom Brady plays outstandingly when he should have. Bucs’ No. 12 scored 20 fourth-quarter points to beat the Panthers while trailing 21-10 at home.
A 30-24 win gives Tampa Bay the NFC South title regardless of the Saints game next week. With help from a tightening Bucs defense, Brady orchestrated his 45th 4th-quarter comeback.
Tom Brady had his best season game with the division title on the line. Brady completed 34 of 45 passes for 432 yards, 3 TDs, and 0 INTs for a 127.3 QBR, besting his Oct. 2 performance against the Chiefs (385 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INTs, 114.7 QBR).
With the NFC South division title within reach, if they beat the Panthers, Brady and Tampa Bay showed the level of play they’ve been looking for since last season. With the title already in the bag, no matter what happens next week when they visit Atlanta, they’ll host at least one playoff game at Raymond James Stadium.
