The Carolina Panthers started last five seasons 0-1; they scored 10-7 points in losing last two season openers. Panthers lost last five road openers (0-5 vs. spread). For Tampa Lovie Smith went 29-19 his last three years coaching Bears; playoff losses got him fired,, but he is a huge upgrade at HC for Bucs, who had only one TD on 20 drives vs. Carolina LY, with three TO's, eight 3/outs. Carolina has some major offensive line problems and they also lost their #1 receiver with Steve Smith. Cam Newton had a rib injury and didn't have much time to practice with his new WR's. If I would do an offensive line ranking the Panthers would be last. Lovie Smith is an expert defensive coach and will know how to scheme against a very inexperienced offensive line. Tampa Bay also has tall receivers going up against small DB's. Look for TB to come out strong at home and steal a win against an overrated Panthers team who I think takes a step back this season and misses the playoffs.10* GAME OF THE WEEK!