Mayfield's Thriving Touch fuels Bucs' Victory over Eagles
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mayfield's Thriving Touch fuels Bucs' Victory over Eagles

Associated Press  

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated the Philadelphia Eagles in a 33-16 victory. Baker Mayfield threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns, while Mike Evans became the Buccaneers' career scoring leader in dominating the rematch of a lopsided NFC wild-card game they won 32-9 against the Eagles (2-2) last January. The Bucs held a 287-67 edge in yardage at halftime, with most of Philadelphia's offense coming on a 14-play drive that Hurts finished with a 1-yard TD throw to Parris Campbell.

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Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over Raiders
2 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over Raiders

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The surging Tampa Bay Buccaneers are back over.500, a fourth straight NFC South title within reach. Rachaad White scored on a 5-yard reception and a 3-yard run for the Bucs, who pulled away in the second half after the Raiders lost quarterback Aidan O’Connell to a knee injury that coach Antonio Pierce said “doesn’t look good.” O’Connell …

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield looks to remain unbeaten against the Panthers, who cut him in 2022
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield looks to remain unbeaten against the Panthers, who cut him in 2022

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Carolina Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, FOX. Buccaneers player to watch QB Baker Mayfield is 3-0 against the Panthers, leading a season series sweep last year against the team that cut him in 2022. The Panthers will be without TE Ja’Tavion Sanders after he suffered a neck injury last week and had to be transported to a hospital …

Baker Mayfield mocks Tommy DeVito’s celebration as the Bucs embarrass the Giants 30-7
4 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield mocks Tommy DeVito’s celebration as the Bucs embarrass the Giants 30-7

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield embarrassed the woeful Giants with his arm and legs, and if that wasn’t enough, he rubbed it in by mimicking New York fan favorite Tommy DeVito’s celebratory dance after scoring a touchdown. Mayfield catapulted into the end zone on a spectacular 10-yard scramble for one of Tampa Bay’s four rushing …

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield says he would gladly sacrifice some personal success for a few more victories. “So it’s about winning for me.” The 49ers, who are coming off a bye and activated star running back Christian McCaffery from injured reserve on Saturday, are looking to win consecutive games for the first time this season. “He’s one of the …

Ravens Soar to 41-31 Victory Over Buccaneers, Continue Their Domination in AFC North
2 months ago

Ravens Soar to 41-31 Victory Over Buccaneers, Continue Their Domination in AFC North

Associated Press  

Lamar Jackson led the Baltimore Ravens to a 41-31 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jackson threw for 281 yards and five touchdowns, and he also rushed for 169 yards. The Ravens dominated the game from the start, and they never looked back. The Buccaneers were unable to overcome the Ravens' defense, which held them scoreless for the first three …

Mayfield-led Buccaneers sputter offensively in 26-7 loss to previously winless Broncos
3 months ago

Mayfield-led Buccaneers sputter offensively in 26-7 loss to previously winless Broncos

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Todd Bowles rejected the notion that a 26-7 loss to the Denver Broncos was a wakeup call for his Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They just beat us,” the coach said after Sunday’s loss spoiled the team’s bid to begin a season with three consecutive wins for the first time since 2005. “They beat us, and we have to …

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch
3 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Baker Mayfield took one step back, planted his left foot and took off for a zig-zagging, 11-yard touchdown run that gave Tampa Bay the lead for good in a playoff rematch. “I wasn’t expecting to get to the end zone from that far out, but I made a couple guys miss,” Mayfield said after the longest touchdown run …

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers
11 months ago

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff is good enough for Detroit, as his coach recently reminded him. Goff threw his second touchdown pass with 6:22 left and the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in the divisional round on Sunday, lifting Detroit into the NFC championship for the first time in 32 years and just the second time in franchise history. …

Josh Allen stars as Buffalo Bills take down the Pittsburgh Steelers
11 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen stars as Buffalo Bills take down the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Independent  

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Josh Allen leads Bills past Steelers 31-17. Baker Mayfield and Bucs pound Eagles 32-9
11 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen leads Bills past Steelers 31-17. Baker Mayfield and Bucs pound Eagles 32-9

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes and scored on a franchise playoff-record 52-yard touchdown run, and the Buffalo Bills beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-17 on Monday in an AFC wild-card playoff game that was postponed a day because of a lake-effect blizzard. Mason Rudolph threw two touchdown passes with an interception in his first playoff start …

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles
11 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — All Baker Mayfield and the resurgent Tampa Bay Buccaneers wanted was an opportunity to make some noise in the playoffs. Their 32-9 wild-card playoff victory over Jalen Hurts and the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night guaranteed they’ll have another. Mayfield threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns, and Tampa Bay’s defense never allowed Hurts …

QB Mayfield hurts ribs as Bucs lose 23-13 to the Saints and waste chance to clinch title at home
11 months, 3 weeks ago

QB Mayfield hurts ribs as Bucs lose 23-13 to the Saints and waste chance to clinch title at home

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasted an opportunity to clinch their third consecutive NFC South championship. But Sunday’s 23-13 loss to New Orleans wasn’t the only source of pain for Mayfield, who took a hard hit to the ribs when Saints defensive backs Tyrann Mathieu and Alontae Taylor slammed into him after the scrambling …

Kyler Murray throws 3 TD passes as Cardinals rally past Eagles, disrupt Philly’s playoff path
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Kyler Murray throws 3 TD passes as Cardinals rally past Eagles, disrupt Philly’s playoff path

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts’ desperation heave was intercepted to seal the Eagles’ fourth loss this month and one that meant so much more. Former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon returned to Philly and got his biggest win yet in his first season as Arizona’s coach. “Man, I’m not worried at all but there’s a lot to learn from a game …

Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield logs perfect passer rating in win vs. Packers
1 year ago

Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield logs perfect passer rating in win vs. Packers

New York Times  

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield recorded a perfect passer rating of 158.3 in Sunday’s 34-20 win over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. His longest touchdown pass of the day came on a 52-yard throw to David Moore, who evaded multiple defenders to extend Tampa Bay’s lead halfway through the fourth quarter. Sunday marked Mayfield’s fourth career game …

Otton hauls in 11-yard scoring pass with 31 seconds left. Bucs beat Falcons 29-25
1 year ago

Otton hauls in 11-yard scoring pass with 31 seconds left. Bucs beat Falcons 29-25

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Baker Mayfield knew the Falcons would be devoting plenty of attention to Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. It didn’t go great the whole game, but we believed and we fought.” With a chance to put together their first three-game winning streak since 2019 and, more important, move a big step toward their first playoff appearance in six seasons, …

Jalen Hurts runs for winning TD in overtime, Eagles rally past Josh Allen, Bills 37-34
1 year ago

Jalen Hurts runs for winning TD in overtime, Eagles rally past Josh Allen, Bills 37-34

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts walked off the Linc field with his arms extended in celebration as the Eagles crowd — which had booed the team off the field at halftime — went wild in appreciation for one more comeback, one more series of stupefying plays their franchise QB has made routine. “He made a lot of really clutch plays in …

Josh Allen gets Bills off to fast start in 24-18 win over Buccaneers
1 year, 1 month ago

Josh Allen gets Bills off to fast start in 24-18 win over Buccaneers

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Low energy wasn’t going to be an issue for the slow-starting Buffalo Bills on Thursday night. Josh Allen then responded by throwing two touchdown passes and running for another — while shrugging off aggravating an injury to his throwing shoulder — and the Bills hung on to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-18. Gabriel Davis had …

Hurts passes for 279 yards, throws a TD and runs for one in Eagles’ 31-17 win over Dolphins
1 year, 2 months ago

Hurts passes for 279 yards, throws a TD and runs for one in Eagles’ 31-17 win over Dolphins

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts needed a brace on his left leg in the second half — then shook off whatever ailed him to stand tall in the pocket and lead a go-ahead scoring drive — before he hobbled off the field after yet another Eagles win. He’s putting us in good positions to win.” Hurts rebounded from a pick-6 to …

Hurts throws for 319 yards, Elliott’s 54-yarder lifts 4-0 Eagles past Commanders 34-31 in OT
1 year, 2 months ago

Hurts throws for 319 yards, Elliott’s 54-yarder lifts 4-0 Eagles past Commanders 34-31 in OT

Associated Press  

Brown saw more than a spark out of Jalen Hurts. “He woke up a little today.” Hurts threw for 319 yards and hit Brown for two touchdowns, and Jake Elliott kicked a 54-yard field goal in overtime to lift Philadelphia to a 34-31 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday for its second straight 4-0 start. I feel like it’s …

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9
1 year, 2 months ago

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Baker Mayfield might have landed with the right team at the right time. Mayfield threw three touchdown passes for Tampa Bay, Derek Carr’s surprise return from a shoulder injury did little to help New Orleans’ anemic offense, and the Buccaneers beat the Saints 26-9 on Sunday. He’s been a great fit for us,” said receiver Chris Godwin, …

Eagles’ defense continues to shut down running games and force turnovers in 3-0 start
1 year, 2 months ago

Eagles’ defense continues to shut down running games and force turnovers in 3-0 start

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts, the “ tush push” and suddenly one of the best rushing offenses in the NFL get the bulk of the love for the Eagles’ second straight 3-0 start. The Eagles’ D — full of new starters and new defensive coordinator Sean Desai — has been downright dominant over the first three games. And if somebody is …

Bowles: Buccaneers’ loss to unbeaten Eagles not necessarily a measuring stick for his young team
1 year, 2 months ago

Bowles: Buccaneers’ loss to unbeaten Eagles not necessarily a measuring stick for his young team

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers want to concede it or not, the team’s first loss of the season showed there’s a sizeable gap between them and the NFL’s elite teams. “They came in here and they beat us pretty good, and we own that.” The Eagles dominated offensively, running 78 plays to Tampa Bay’s 44 and outgaining …

Jalen Hurts throws for TD, runs for another as Eagles thump Buccaneers 25-11 to remain unbeaten
1 year, 2 months ago

Jalen Hurts throws for TD, runs for another as Eagles thump Buccaneers 25-11 to remain unbeaten

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles are unbeaten, but not perfect or even as good as they feel they can be. You want to grow every day,” coach Nick Sirianni said after the defending NFC champions dominated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 25-11 on Monday night. “We’ve still got things to work on, we’ve still got growth to …

Eagles’ defense makes pivotal plays to beat Buccaneers and stay undefeated
1 year, 2 months ago

Eagles’ defense makes pivotal plays to beat Buccaneers and stay undefeated

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — Making a quick scan of the stands at Raymond James Stadium in between plays Monday, Jalen Carter spotted them. “That thing was nice,” teammate Brandon Graham said in the locker room following the Eagles’ 25-11 victory, and shortly after posting a replay of Carter’s play on his Instagram story. We all know that we are very talented …

Mayfield lands Buccaneers QB job, beats out Trask in competition to replace Brady
1 year, 4 months ago

Mayfield lands Buccaneers QB job, beats out Trask in competition to replace Brady

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield was selected as the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ending the competition for Tom Brady’s old job on Tuesday. 1 overall pick from the 2018 NFL draft prevailed over third-year pro Kyle Trask, a 2021 second-round draft pick who spent the past two seasons as the third-string quarterback behind Brady and Blaine Gabbert. …

Ridder throws first 2 TD passes as Falcons top Brady, Bucs
1 year, 11 months ago

Ridder throws first 2 TD passes as Falcons top Brady, Bucs

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Desmond Ridder had almost a full season to plan how he would celebrate his first touchdown pass. Ridder’s first two touchdown passes powered the Falcons to a 30-17 win over the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday after Tom Brady added to his imposing list of records. The Falcons haven’t been allowed to forget the epic Super Bowl …

Hurts has 3 TD passes plus TD run, Eagles beat Titans 35-10
2 years ago

Hurts has 3 TD passes plus TD run, Eagles beat Titans 35-10

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — A.J Brown pulled out a towel and wagged his finger at the goal post before he swatted the structure three times. Oh, in case the allegory was missed during Brown’s celebration for the Philadelphia Eagles against his former team, the goal post in this instance stood in for the Tennessee Titans. Looking Brown’s way early and often, Jalen …

LA Rams 13-16 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tom Brady's Bucs snap three-game losing streak
2 years, 1 month ago

LA Rams 13-16 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tom Brady's Bucs snap three-game losing streak

Daily Mail  

Tom Brady became the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for 100,000 yards, counting playoff games, and led a last-minute drive Sunday to pace the host Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 16-13 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton scores on a 1-yard pass from Tom Brady Otton of the Bucs celebrates his …

Bucs have their swagger back on defense after another dominating performance
2 years, 3 months ago

Bucs have their swagger back on defense after another dominating performance

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — A late, largely meaningless touchdown by the Saints spoiled it, but when Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards picked off Saints quarterback Jameis Winston and returned it for a score in the fourth quarter Sunday afternoon, Tampa Bay’s defense had scored as many points as it had allowed in almost two entire games to start the season. “Apparently we …

Brady throws for 2 TDs, SB champions dominate Eagles 31-15
2 years, 11 months ago

Brady throws for 2 TDs, SB champions dominate Eagles 31-15

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — As the game clock expired, Tom Brady raised his arms in triumph along the sideline, whirled and tossed a football into the stands. “It only gets tougher from here,” said the seven-time Super Bowl winner, who’s trying to help the Bucs become the first team to repeat as NFL champions since the Brady-led New England Patriots won …

Giants 13, Eagles 7: Jalen Hurts throws 3 INTs, Eagles fail to capitalize late in falling to 5-7
3 years ago

Giants 13, Eagles 7: Jalen Hurts throws 3 INTs, Eagles fail to capitalize late in falling to 5-7

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — There was no miracle for the Eagles this time at the Meadowlands. The game was lost when The Eagles’ last-ditch effort at a dramatic victory fell short when Jalen Reagor couldn’t haul in a pass near the goal line on fourth down with 25 seconds remaining. He cost the Eagles points with an interception before halftime …

Brady throws for 4 TDs, Bucs pull away from Falcons 44-27
3 years, 11 months ago

Brady throws for 4 TDs, Bucs pull away from Falcons 44-27

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are heating up at the right time. Knock on wood, we don’t think there is any serious damage, but we will know more in the next 24 hours.” Brady threw touchdown passes of 29 and 4 yards to Chris Godwin. “It’s about one football game, who plays well, who executes …

Mayfield throws 4 TDs in 1st half, Browns beat Titans 41-35
4 years ago

Mayfield throws 4 TDs in 1st half, Browns beat Titans 41-35

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns can do more than just run the ball, and the NFL’s longest active playoff drought is moving closer to an end after 18 seasons. Mayfield threw for a season-high 334 yards with all four of his touchdown passes in the first half, and the Browns scored the first 17 points before …

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