Baker Mayfield, high-flying Bucs visit Chargers in matchup of teams with winning records
1 week, 3 days ago

Baker Mayfield, high-flying Bucs visit Chargers in matchup of teams with winning records

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 3. Last week: Buccaneers beat Las Vegas 28-13; Chargers lost to Kansas City 19-17. … Chargers QB Justin Herbert is dealing with a sprained left ankle, but doesn’t believe it is as serious as the right high ankle sprain he sustained in Week 2 against Carolina. … Evans had seven receptions for 122 yards and a TD the previous time Tampa Bay faced the Chargers. … With leading rusher Bucky Irving sitting out most of last week’s game against Las Vegas with a back injury, starter Rachaad White took up the slack with 90 yards rushing on 17 attempts — both season highs.

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Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster
1 week ago

Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa and safety Tony Jefferson show their frustration during their loss to Tampa Bay. “Surprising isn’t the word,” Chargers defensive lineman Morgan Fox said of the torching. Chargers Chargers takeaways: Thursday matchup with Broncos critical after loss to Buccaneers The Chargers’ pride and bodies were hurt in a blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which makes …

Buccaneers slice up Chargers defense in second half as L.A. falls in playoff seedings
1 week, 1 day ago

Buccaneers slice up Chargers defense in second half as L.A. falls in playoff seedings

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is hit by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Yaya Diaby after throwing a pass in the second half of the Chargers’ 40-17 loss Sunday at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers lost ground in a tight AFC wild-card race Sunday, unraveling in the second half of a loss coach Jim Harbaugh called “thorough.” The offense mustered just 32 yards …

Herbert looks to maintain interception-free streak when Chargers host Buccaneers
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1 week, 3 days ago

Herbert looks to maintain interception-free streak when Chargers host Buccaneers

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Despite dealing with his share of injuries and learning a new offense, Justin Herbert is on one of the NFL’s longest streaks without throwing an interception. Herbert enters the Los Angeles Chargers’ game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday having thrown 335 passes without a pick. He’s not trying to win stats and understands the …

Chargers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
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1 week, 3 days ago

Chargers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

They received blue pin-striped, short-sleeved work shirts complete with embroidered name tags. “The culture that he’s trying to build around here,” edge rusher Joey Bosa said, “that we’re hard workers, that we come to work every single day, and it’s not always pretty.” Coming off a disappointing loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the Chargers’ fortitude will be tested as …

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 …

Chargers are expected to be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against Falcons
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Chargers are expected to be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against Falcons

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Chargers at Atlanta Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Chargers by 1 1/2 Series record: Falcons lead 8-4. Last week: Ravens beat Chargers, 30-23; Falcons had bye week following 38-6 loss at Denver on Nov. 17. Chargers player to watch RB Gus Edwards could move up as the lead back for Los Angeles as J.K Dobbins …

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 …

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 …

Browns' Passing Explosion Fuels Comeback Against Chargers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Browns' Passing Explosion Fuels Comeback Against Chargers

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Browns face a tough challenge as they host the Los Angeles Chargers in a crucial AFC North matchup. QB Jameis Winston looks to bounce back after a challenging start, while the Chargers boast a stingy defense that has limited opposing quarterbacks in recent games. The game presents a significant opportunity for the Browns to secure a win and …

NFC South Showdown: Falcons Face a Rejuvenated Buccaneers in Tampa Bay
1 month, 4 weeks ago

NFC South Showdown: Falcons Face a Rejuvenated Buccaneers in Tampa Bay

Associated Press  

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a highly anticipated matchup. The Falcons are coming off a tough loss to the Seattle Seahawks, while the Buccaneers have been struggling to find their footing after losing key players to injuries. This game will be a test of the Falcons' offense and defense, as well as the Buccaneers' ability …

3-time defending NFC South champion Bucs face Falcons with chance to build off strong 3-1 start
2 months, 2 weeks ago

3-time defending NFC South champion Bucs face Falcons with chance to build off strong 3-1 start

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Atlanta Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, Amazon Prime Video BetMGM NFL Odds: Falcons by 1 1/2 Series record: Buccaneers lead 31-30. Buccaneers player to watch WR Mike Evans became Tampa Bay’s all-time leading scorer last week and has compiled some impressive numbers against Atlanta. Falcons player to watch QB Kirk Cousins has logged two game-winning drives despite uneven …

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 …

Baker Mayfield levels major accusations against Tom Brady and his time at Tampa Bay
3 months ago

Baker Mayfield levels major accusations against Tom Brady and his time at Tampa Bay

Daily Mail  

It would not take being a fly on the wall to know the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a different vibe with Baker Mayfield at quarterback compared to their three seasons with Tom Brady at the helm. Tom Brady played for the Buccaneers for three seasons before retiring for good in early 2023 Baker Mayfield has since taken over as the …

Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Daniels’ debut
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Daniels’ debut

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are indisputably Baker Mayfield’s team. Evans caught two TD passes, and Godwin and rookie Jalen McMillan each scored once for the Bucs, whose defense stymied Daniels and the Commanders’ offense despite beginning the game without two injured starters and losing three cornerbacks along the way. “I think we have the potential to be …

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Losing Tom Brady didn’t loosen the Buccaneers’ hold on the NFC South. Before Penix, Atlanta’s previous three first-round picks were running back Bijan Robinson, wide receiver Drake London and tight end Kyle Pitts. Atlanta bolstered its defense during training camp, adding four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Matthew Judon and two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons to join …

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 …

Buccaneers secure NFC South crown with win against Panthers: How Todd Bowles guided the ship
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Buccaneers secure NFC South crown with win against Panthers: How Todd Bowles guided the ship

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Eagles vs Buccaneers in the NFC wild card matchup. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched their third-straight NFC South championship with a 9-0 win against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Tampa Bay kicker Chase McLaughlin split the uprights with kicks of 36, 57 and 39 yards to help the Buccaneers secure the fourth seed in …

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 …

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 …

Bucs’ Baker Mayfield hoping for better results in his latest visit to Lambeau
1 year ago

Bucs’ Baker Mayfield hoping for better results in his latest visit to Lambeau

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is visiting Lambeau Field in December for a third straight year, each time with a different team. Mayfield threw four interceptions in Cleveland’s 24-22 loss to Green Bay on Christmas Day 2021 that marked his second-to-last appearance with the Browns, who took him with the No. Tampa Bay and Green …

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, …

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, …

Mayfield, Bucs look to build on confidence-bolstering win as they host Fields, Bears
1 year, 3 months ago

Mayfield, Bucs look to build on confidence-bolstering win as they host Fields, Bears

Associated Press  

CHICAGO at TAMPA BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Buccaneers by 3. LAST MEETING: Buccaneers beat Bears 38-3 on Oct. 24, 2021, in Tampa Fla. LAST WEEK: Bears lost 38-20 at home to Green Bay; Buccaneers won 20-17 at Minnesota. STATS AND STUFF: Bears running backs combined for just 63 of Chicago’s 122 yards rushing last …

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut
1 year, 3 months ago

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The grit Baker Mayfield showed Tampa Bay down the stretch of his debut sure outweighed the rough start. Mayfield recovered to throw two touchdown passes without a turnover, and the Buccaneers beat Minnesota 20-17 in the season opener after three first-half turnovers by the Vikings on Sunday. The Buccaneers, with seven starters left from the 2020 Super Bowl …

Mayfield makes his Buccaneers debut for 4th team in 3 seasons, in opening visit to Vikings
1 year, 3 months ago

Mayfield makes his Buccaneers debut for 4th team in 3 seasons, in opening visit to Vikings

Associated Press  

TAMPA BAY at MINNESOTA Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Vikings by 5½, according to FanDuel SportsBook. The Tampa Bay secondary features CBs Carlton Davis and Jamel Dean and S Antoine Winfield Jr., the son of former Vikings CB Antoine Winfield Sr. Jefferson led the NFL last season with 128 receptions and 1,809 yards. STATS AND STUFF: The Bucs …

Herbert, short-handed defense lead Chargers past Fins 23-17
2 years ago

Herbert, short-handed defense lead Chargers past Fins 23-17

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Brandon Staley knew it was going to take a complete game for his Los Angeles Chargers squad to have a chance at beating the Miami Dolphins. Justin Herbert threw for 367 yards and a touchdown and a short-handed defense got the best of the Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa as Los Angeles beat Miami 23-17 on Sunday night. “He …

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