In a surprising turn of events during the Carolina Panthers' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a duck made an unexpected appearance on the field, interrupting the action midway through the third quarter. The game, already a blowout, took a bizarre twist as the bird remained on the field long enough to witness a play unfold before stadium staff could escort it off. This unusual incident drew the attention of the CBS broadcast team, who found the duck to be the most compelling story amidst a dismal performance by the Panthers, particularly on defense.

As the game progressed, the Panthers' struggles continued to mount, culminating in a blocked punt that further highlighted their woes. Johnny Hekker's punt was blocked due to poor blocking, allowing an unimpeded rusher to disrupt the play. The ensuing recovery led to a touchdown return, extending the Buccaneers' lead to 41-14. The duck’s presence, while amusing, overshadowed the on-field action, leaving viewers with a comedic yet unfortunate reminder of the Panthers' lackluster performance on that day.