In a high-scoring Sunday afternoon clash, Baker Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a decisive 34-20 victory over the Green Bay Packers. Mayfield’s stellar performance included completing 22 of 28 passes for 381 yards and four touchdowns, marking a standout game for the Buccaneers (7-7).
Chris Godwin emerged as a key target for Mayfield, finishing with an impressive 10 catches for 155 yards. The receiving corps contributed significantly, with Mike Evans, Rachaad White, Ko Kieft, and David Moore each securing a touchdown catch from Mayfield, who achieved season highs in passing yards and touchdowns.
Green Bay’s Jordan Love put up a commendable effort, completing 29 of 39 passes for 284 yards and two touchdowns. Tucker Kraft and Jayden Reed each hauled in a touchdown catch for the Packers (6-8).
The Buccaneers asserted their dominance in the second half, scoring touchdowns on each of their first three drives. Mayfield’s connection with White for a 26-yard touchdown on the first possession after halftime extended Tampa Bay’s lead to 20-10.
Despite Green Bay narrowing the deficit to 20-17 with Reed’s 17-yard touchdown catch in the third quarter, the Buccaneers maintained control. Kieft’s 2-yard score made it 27-17, and although Green Bay responded with a field goal, Tampa Bay sealed the victory with a 52-yard touchdown pass to Moore, making it 34-20.
The game began with Tampa Bay taking an early 3-0 lead with a 39-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin. The Packers answered, pulling ahead 7-3 with Kraft’s 5-yard touchdown catch. The back-and-forth battle continued as Evans caught a 19-yard pass to give Tampa Bay a 10-7 edge. A 36-yard field goal by Anders Carlson leveled the score at 10-all in the first half.
Tampa Bay secured a 13-10 halftime lead with McLaughlin’s 46-yard field goal in the closing seconds. The second half showcased the Buccaneers’ offensive prowess, solidifying their 34-20 victory over the Packers and maintaining their competitive standing in the season.
