Carolina Panthers

WATCH: Panthers intercept Tom Brady and turn it into a Christian McCaffrey touchdown

Donte Jackson gave the Panthers some hope Sunday in Tampa Bay.

After a Robby Anderson fumble gave Tampa Bay the ball in Panthers territory on the first possession of the second half, the Bucs appeared ready to take a four touchdown lead and end the game early. But the Panthers defense got pressure on Tom Brady and forced a high throw to Rob Gronkowski.

Donte Jackson made a diving interception at the Panthers 9 and returned the ball to the Tampa Bay 45.

The Panthers drove and eventually scored on a short run from Christian McCaffrey. Carolina trails 21-7 early in the third quarter.

This story was originally published September 20, 2020 at 3:03 PM.

Langston Wertz Jr.
The Charlotte Observer
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