Ryan Fitzpatrick keep starting quarterback job for Buccaneers after 42-28 loss to Carolina Panthers

Ryan Fitzpatrick played well enough to retain starting the quarterback job in Tampa Bay for another week. Now if "Fitzmagic" can figure out how to keep the Buccaneers from digging themselves such a big hole early in games. Fitzpatrick replaced the struggling Jameis Winston and threw for 243 yards and four touchdowns, but it wasn't nearly enough for the Buccaneers to overcome a 28-point first half deficit as they lost 42-28 to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Fitzpatrick threw two interceptions, including one in the first quarter to Eric Reid that led to Carolina's first touchdown. That includes on defense, where the Bucs have gone five games this season without forcing a turnover. They haven't had an interception since Week 3.