CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers have had a lot of bad third quarters this season, but none worse than Sunday’s, which defines why they are mired in a five-game losing streak.
In the third quarter of a 46-23 loss to Tampa Bay, the Panthers:
Failed to score on their opening drive of the second half for the 10th time in 10 games
Gave up a team-record 98-yard rushing touchdown to Ronald Jones
Had an interception by quarterback Teddy Bridgewater that looked like it was intended for the Bucs’ defender
Called a bad fake punt that never had a chance
Were outscored 12-0.