In a dominating performance, Baker Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 33-16 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles by throwing for 347 yards and two touchdowns. Mayfield did not throw any interceptions and also rushed for a touchdown during the game. The Buccaneers improved their record to 3-1 with this win, while the Eagles fell to 2-2 in this rematch of last January’s NFC wild-card game won by the Bucs.
The Buccaneers got off to a strong start with a touchdown on their opening possession, breaking a streak of 21 games without such an achievement. Mike Evans, who had a 2-yard scoring reception, surpassed Martin Gramatica to become Tampa Bay’s career scoring leader with 596 points. Mayfield also connected with Trey Palmer for a touchdown and scored on a 1-yard run in the second quarter to extend the Bucs’ lead to 21-0.
By halftime, the Buccaneers had a significant yardage advantage over the Eagles, outgaining them 287 yards to 67. However, the Eagles showed some resilience in the second half, with Jalen Hurts scoring a touchdown after a 59-yard run by Saquon Barkley. Despite the Eagles’ efforts to rally, the Bucs’ defense, which totaled six sacks in the game, ultimately stifled any chance of a successful comeback.
In other news, Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion who retired after the 2022 season, made a return to Raymond James Stadium as part of the FOX television broadcast crew. Brady, who led the Bucs to a Super Bowl title, received a warm welcome from fans during the game. Both teams faced several injuries during the match, with key players being inactive due to various health concerns.
The Eagles will have a bye week before hosting Cleveland on October 13, while the Buccaneers will face the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night in their next game.
