Jim Nantz off CBS broadcast of Panthers-Bucs due to COVID protocols

By Barry Werner

COVID-19 protocols knocked a big name out of action Sunday … and not one of the players or coaches.

CBS’ broadcast of the Carolina Panthers’ game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was without Jim Nantz. The main voice of the network was out due to COVID-19 protocols.

Tom McCarthy replaced Nantz, who the announcers referenced was home watching and they hoped to have him back for the playoffs.

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