When the Buccaneers molly-whopped the Bears to kick off their season on Sunday, they did more than just win a game. They made a loud statement to the rest of the division that they’re going to be in the mix all season long. After two weeks of scouting out the competition, the NFC south appears to be ripe for the picking and wide open for the surging Buccaneers.
The NFC south has become known for its unpredictable nature. Last year it was the dominant Falcons, the year prior the 15-1 Panthers, and for many years before that the Saints reigned supreme with Atlanta sprinkling in competitive years.