The Carolina Panthers will travel to Florida to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a must-win game.

This matchup will kick off a Saturday NFL doubleheader, and the stakes could not be higher. Not only will the winner of this game potentially take the NFC South, but they will also secure the final NFC playoff spot.

This game is essentially a playoff matchup between the Bucs and Panthers. The winner moves on; the loser is sent home.

However, there’s a scenario in which the Bucs could win Saturday and still miss the playoffs. For that to happen, the Atlanta Falcons would need to beat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. That outcome would also mean the Panthers could lose on Saturday yet still claim the NFC South.

Tampa Bay has been underwhelming this season, while Carolina has been a pleasant surprise. The Bucs are looking to reach the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season, while the Panthers are attempting to make the postseason for the first time since 2017.

Here’s how to watch Buccaneers vs. Panthers in Week 18.

Where to watch Buccaneers vs. Panthers in the UK

NFL fans residing in the UK can watch the Bucs vs. Panthers game live on NFL Game Pass via DAZN for comprehensive online coverage.

Catch every NFL game in the 2025 season with NFL Game Pass International on DAZN. Football fans will be able to stream every game, including preseason games, the regular season, and the Super Bowl, plus NFL RedZone, NFL Network, NFL Originals, and more.

This week only, UK fans can get NFL Game Pass on DAZN for just 99p.

What time is Buccaneers vs. Panthers today?Date: Saturday, 3 JanuaryTime: 9:30 p.m. GMT

Kickoff of Buccaneers vs. Panthers is set for 9:30 p.m. GMT on Saturday. 

The game will be at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

NFL Week 18 schedule

Here is a complete look at the NFL’s Week 18 schedule, with games slated for Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday, Jan. 3GameTime (GMT)TV channel/Live streamBuccaneers vs. Panthers9:30 p.m.DAZN NFL Game Pass49ers vs. Seahawks1 a.m. (Sun.)DAZN NFL Game PassSunday, Jan. 4GameTime (GMT)TV channel/Live streamFalcons vs. Saints6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassBengals vs. Browns6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassVikings vs. Packers6 p.m. DAZN NFL Game PassGiants vs. Cowboys6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassJaguars vs. Titans6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassTexans vs. Colts6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassBills vs. Jets6 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassBears vs. Lions9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassBroncos vs. Chargers9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassRaiders vs. Chiefs9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassRams vs. Cardinals9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassPatriots vs. Dolphins9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassCommanders vs. Eagles9:25 p.m.DAZN NFL Game PassSteelers vs. Ravens1:20 a.m. (Sun.)DAZN NFL Game PassRelated Links