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Bucs crush Panthers 10.12.08

Bucs seek first place in division

By David Scott | E-mail | 8:27AM

Last week: The Bucs intercepted two Drew Brees passes late in the game, one by Jermaine Phillips that led to the winning field goal and another by Phillip Buchanon that ended the Saints' final drive.

Wharton gets his air time | 8:11AM
Burress shelved for remainder of season | 8:23AM
Monday night is BIG for Panthers | 7:38AM
Jones brings reminders of returns past | December 2, 2008
Panthers' strength meets Bucs' strength | December 2, 2008
Team beats rushing TD record | December 2, 2008
Giants consider Burress | December 2, 2008
Panthers locked in NFC playoff fight | December 2, 2008
Smith catch rallies Panthers past Green Bay | December 1, 2008
At full-throttle, Panthers barely recognizable | December 1, 2008

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Q&A: Fox defends defense, 'not in mood to debate'

Following is a partial transcript of Coach John Fox's Monday news conference following Sunday’s 35-31 win at Green Bay. Some questions and answers were edited for clarity and brevity.