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Buccaneers' game against Panthers could be legendary linebacker's last game

While the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are busy preparing for what’s essentially a playoff game against the Carolina Panthers, lost in the shuffle has been the ugly truth that this could be Lavonte David’s last game in red and pewter.

Over the last two free agency periods, Lavonte David has ended the season without a contract for the following season, taking time away from the game to consider retirement. He came to a decision pretty quickly this season, saying he believed this team had the talent and makeup to win a Super Bowl. And after a hot start, he looked right.