The Tampa Bay Buccaneers left Week 11 with a mix of excitement and frustration after falling in a high-scoring battle against the Buffalo Bills. Tampa Bay’s offense finally found a ground identity behind Sean Tucker, who delivered his best performance of the season with over 100 rushing yards and three total touchdowns. Baker Mayfield added another rushing score while the offensive line opened lanes that kept the Bucs in the game until the fourth quarter. Despite the loss, this was one of the most complete offensive outings of the year, and it gives Tampa Bay a clear direction heading into the final stretch of the season.

Defensively, the Buccaneers continued their trend of creating takeaways, with rookies Jacob Parrish and SirVocea Dennis both grabbing interceptions, and Tykee Smith adding more plays on the ball. However, explosive plays allowed in the passing game ultimately cost Tampa Bay the chance to pull off the upset. With Sunday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams up next, the Bucs must tighten coverage, limit big plays and keep feeding Sean Tucker if they want to get back in the win column. This matchup could determine whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stay in the NFC playoff race.

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