2015 NFL Schedule: Analyzing the NFC South

Jan 3, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback

(1) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals in the 2014 NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

With the release of the 2015 NFL schedule, we can now dive in and take a look at each NFC South team’s opponents.

The Carolina Panthers became the first team to ever retain their NFC South crown last year, but can they win a third straight?

Atlanta will be looking to bounce back under new head coach Dan Quinn after two disappointing seasons. New Orleans have a lot of problems, but will be hoping their defense can do enough to help Drew Brees put them back on top.

As for Tampa Bay, it’s unrealistic to believe they will be in the division title running, but they will be looking to rebound from another disappointing season last year.

So, let’s break down each team’s schedule.

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