The Tampa Bay Buccaneers overwhelmed the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 15 at SoFi Stadium, scoring 30 unanswered points in a 40-17 final, with a 27-0 margin after halftime. The game was Tampa Bay's fourth victory in a row, marking the fifth time since 2020 that the team has forged a four-game winning streak in the regular season.
The Buccaneers improved their regular season record to 20-5 in the months of December and January since the 2020 campaign, and now has the second-most wins and the second-best winning percentage in those two months, trailing only the Buffalo Bills in both cases. Specifically in the month of December Tampa Bay is 15-4 from 2020-24, which is a top-five mark in the NFL.
Best Winning Percentage, NFL Teams, Month of December, 2020-24
| Team | W | L | T | Pct. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | 16 | 3 | 0 | .842 |
| Green Bay | 14 | 3 | 0 | .824 |
| Kansas City | 15 | 4 | 0 | .789 |
| Tampa Bay | 15 | 4 | 0 | .789 |
| Dallas | 14 | 4 | 0 | .778 |
The Buccaneers opened the game with a 70-yard touchdown drive, ending in Baker Mayfield's 26-yard touchdown pass to rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan. It was McMillan's third touchdown catch in the past two weeks and it came in a game in which he set a new career high with 75 receiving yards. McMillan's four touchdown receptions this season is the most by a Buccaneer rookie since tight end O.J. Howard had six in 2017.
Tampa Bay also scored a field goal on its second drive, one of four on the afternoon by kicker Chase McLaughlin. That marked the first time all year that a team had scored on its first two possessions against the Chargers, who came into the week with an NFL-best 15.9 points allowed per game. The Buccaneers also stung the Los Angeles Chargers for the most points (40), most total yards (506), most rushing yards (223) and second-most passing yards (283) their defense had allowed in 2024. The Buccaneers did not punt and scored on six straight possessions before running out the clock on its final drive. That marked the first time since a 46-23 win over the Panthers in Charlotte on Nov. 15, 2020 that Tampa Bay's offense scored on six consecutive possessions.
The Bucs surpassed 400 net yards for the eighth time on Sunday in Los Angeles. That is the most such occurrences by any team in the NFL in 2024. Tampa Bay also surpassed 500 yards for the second time this season, as they joined Baltimore and Detroit as the only teams to do so twice in 2024.
Most Games with 400-Plus Yards, NFL, 2024
1. Tampa Bay: 8
2t. Baltimore: 7
2t. San Francisco: 7
2t. Washington: 7
The Buccaneers increased their per-game yardage mark in 2024 to 388.4, which ranks third in the NFL. Tampa Bay also ranks fourth in points per game (388.4), tied for fourth in rushing yards per game (144.4) and fifth in passing yards per game (244.0).
View the top images of Tampa Bay's Week 15 game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, December 15th, 2024 at SoFi Stadium.
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - A general view before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Punter Jack Browning #5 and Long Snapper Evan Deckers #86 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Sterling Shepard #17 and Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman C.J. Brewer #95 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Offensive Lineman Robert Hainsey #70, Quarterback Baker Mayfield, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50, Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50, and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Sterling Shepard #17 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Assistant Secondary Coach Rashad Johnson and Cornerback Jamel Dean #35 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scores a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scores a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers takes a selfie with fans before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - A general view during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense celebrates a turnover during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51, Outside Linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka #9, Cornerback Jamel Dean #35, and Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a turnover during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense celebrates a turnover during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tight End Cade Otton #88 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scores a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates a sack during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Guard Ben Bredeson #68 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signs autographs for fans after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Buccaneers Legend Gerald McCoy before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Rakim Jarrett #18 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Center Graham Barton #62 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Center Graham Barton #62 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers arm band before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 and Wide Receiver Sterling Shepard #17 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Sterling Shepard #17, Cornerback Jamel Dean #35, Linebacker Antonio Grier Jr. #48, Safety Christian Izien #29, Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81, Safety Tykee Smith #23 and Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 and Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneersbefore the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Jamel Dean #35, Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54, Cornerback Ryan Neal #36, Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Tight End Ko Kieft #41 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Helmet before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 and Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Greg Gaines #96 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Fans during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Kicker Chase McLaughlin #4 and Punter Jack Browning #5 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Tavierre Thomas #37 and Cornerback Ryan Neal #36 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Jamel Dean #35 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Jamel Dean #35, Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 and Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Assistant General Manager John Spytek during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Fans after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Cornerback Tyrek Funderburk #24 and Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and General Manager Jason Licht after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and General Manager Jason Licht after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, Tackle Raiqwon O'Neal #75 and Outside Linebacker Jose Ramirez #33 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, Tackle Raiqwon O'Neal #75 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6, Outside Linebacker Chris Braswell #43 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles, General Manager Jason Licht and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
INGLEWOOD, CA - December 15, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers. The Bucs won the game, 40-17. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Most Net Yards Per Game, NFL, 2024
- Baltimore: 424.1
- Detroit: 403.9
- Tampa Bay: 388.4
- Green Bay: 375.8
- Washington: 373.9
The Buccaneers did the majority of their damage on both sides of the ball in the second half. Tampa Bay achieved enormously positive margins over the Chargers in the second half of Sunday's game in the following categories:
Points Scored: +27
Total Yards: +234
Rushing Yards: +151
Passing Yards: +83
First Downs: +9
Overall, the Buccaneers out-rushed the Chargers by 191 yards (223-32), marking the second time this season they have achieved a positive margin of over 190 yards. Tampa Bay owns two of the six most lopsided rushing yardage games of this season.
Best Rushing Yardage Advantage, Single Game, 2024
| Team | Opponent | Date | YF | YA | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | Tennessee | 12/1/24 | 267 | 35 | +232 |
| Baltimore | Dallas | 9/22/24 | 274 | 51 | +223 |
| Philadelphia | L.A. Rams | 11/24/24 | 314 | 92 | +222 |
| Tampa Bay | New Orleans | 10/13/24 | 277 | 81 | +196 |
| Philadelphia | N.Y. Giants | 10/20/24 | 269 | 76 | +193 |
| Tampa Bay | L.A. Chargers | 12/15/24 | 223 | 32 | +191 |
The Buccaneers' rushing total marked the fourth straight game in which it has surpassed 150 yards, the longest such streak in franchise history. The only other streak of at least three games in team annals occurred from Weeks 3-5 in 1986.
Rookie running back Bucky Irving, who was limited to just four carries in Week 14 against the Raiders, returned to lead the Bucs' ground game with 117 yards on 15 carries (7.8 avg.), including a long of 54 that set up a third-quarter field goal. It was his second 100-yard rushing game and his fifth with a per-carry average greater than six. Irving continues to lead all rookies in yards from scrimmage and rushing yards in 204.
Most Yards from Scrimmage, Rookies, 2024
- Bucky Irving, Buccaneers: 1,148
- Brian Thomas, Jaguars: 986
- Brock Bowers*, Raiders: 947
- Tyrone Tracy, Giants: 915
- Malik Nabers, Giants: 903
(* The Raiders play on Monday night.)
Most Rushing Yards, Rookies, 2024
- Bucky Irving, Buccaneers: 852
- Tyrone Tracy, Giants: 695
- Jayden Daniels, Commanders: 656
- Caleb Williams, Bears: 405
- Isaac Guerendo, 49ers: 381
With Irving's help, the Buccaneers have averaged 5.2 yards per carry, the second-best mark in the NFL. The team is on pace to set a new single-season record in that category, as the Bucs' current record is 4.75 yards per carry in 2015.
Most Yards Per Carry, NFL Teams, 2024
- Baltimore: 5.70
- Tampa Bay: 4.20
- Arizona: 5.15
- Philadelphia: 5.06
- Washington: 4.86
Mayfield finished with the seventh four-touchdown passing game of his career, four of which have come since the joined the Buccaneers in 2023. Those four touchdowns pushed his season total to 32, establishing a new career high after he had set a personal best last season with 28. Mayfield joins Tom Brady and Jameis Winston as the only passers in franchise history with a 30-plus touchdown season, and his current mark is fourth on the team's all-time list, with three games still to play.
Most Touchdown Passes, Single Season, Buccaneers History
1. Tom Brady (2021): 43
2. Tom Brady (2020): 40
3. Jameis Winston (2019): 33
4. Baker Mayfield (2024): 32
5t. Baker Mayfield (2023): 28
5t. Jameis Winston (2016): 28
Mayfield also currently ranks third in the NFL in touchdown passes.
Most Passing Touchdowns, NFL, 2024
- Joe Burrow, Bengals: 36
- Lamar Jackson, Ravens: 34
- Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers: 32
- Jared Goff, Lions: 30
- Sam Darnold, Vikings: 28*
(* The Vikings play on Monday night.)
In his 100th career start on Sunday, Mayfield completed 22 of 27 passes for 288 yards, one interception and those four touchdowns. That computed a passer rating of 135.3, marking the third time this season he has finished a game with a rating over 130. He joins Lamar Jackson (6), Jared Goff (4) and Josh Allen (3) as the only quarterbacks to accomplish that feat at least three times in the 2024 season. Mayfield's completion percentage of 81.5% in the game was his best this season and he ranks third overall in that category in 2024. He is on pace to break the Bucs' single-season record in that category, currently held by Brian Griese at 69.3% in 2004.
Highest Completion Percentage, NFL, 2024
- Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins: 73.7%
- Jared Goff, Lions: 71.4%
- Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers: 70.8%
- Jayden Daniels, Commanders: 70.5%
- Geno Smith, Seahawks: 69.9%
Two of Mayfield's four touchdown passes went to wide receiver Mike Evans, who scored on a 57-yard catch-and-run early in the third quarter then added a 35-yard score on a dart down the middle of the field. Evans' first touchdown is the Bucs' longest play from scrimmage and longest touchdown this season. That was a good way to celebrate the receiver passing Hall of Fame safety John Lynch for the seventh most games played in franchise history, at 165.
That was part of a nine-catch, 159-yard outing for Evans, both of which were season highs. Evans' two touchdowns gave him nine on the season, which ranks fourth among all NFL players despite him missing three games due to injury. He pushed his career mark to 103 touchdown grabs, which edged him close to eighth place in that category all-time.
Most Career Touchdown Receptions, NFL History
| Player | Team(s) | Seasons | TD Recs. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry Rice+ | 49ers, Raiders, Seahawks | 1985-2004 | 197 |
| Randy Moss+ | Five Teams* | 1998-2012 | 156 |
| Terrell Owens+ | Five Teams** | 1996-2010 | 153 |
| Cris Carter+ | Eagles, Vikings, Dolphins | 1987-2002 | 130 |
| Marvin Harrison+ | Colts | 1996-2008 | 128 |
| Larry Fitzgerald | Cardinals | 2004-2020 | 121 |
| Antonio Gates | Chargers | 2003-2018 | 116 |
| Tony Gonzalez+ | Chiefs, Falcons | 2003-2018 | 111 |
| Mike Evans | Buccaneers | 2014-2024 | 103 |
| Davante Adams | Packers, Raiders, Jets | 2014-2024 | 101 |
| Tim Brown+ | Raiders, Buccaneers | 1998-2004 | 100 |
| Steve Largent+ | Seahawks | 1976-1989 | 100 |
(+ Member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
* Moss played for Vikings, Raiders, Patriots, Titans and 49ers
** Owens played for the 49ers, Eagles, Cowboys, Bills and Bengals)
Evans' performance stands as the seventh time in his career that he has recorded 150-plus receiving yards and at least two touchdown catches in a game. Only three players in NFL history have done that more often.
Most Games with 150-Plus Receiving Yards, Multiple Touchdown Receptions, NFL History
- Jerry Rice: 17
- Don Maynard: 8
- Tyreek Hill: 8
- Mike Evans: 7
Evans is attempting to extend two NFL-record streaks, as he is the first player in league history to record 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first 10 seasons, and the first to get to 60 reception in each of his first two seasons. His 2024 totals now stand at 749 yards on 52 receptions, which means he needs 251 more yards and eight more receptions. With three games left in the regular season, Evans would need to average 83.4 yards and 2.7 catches down the stretch to meet those marks.
Among active NFL players, only the Dolphins' Tyreek Hill has more career 150-yard receiving games than Evans. It was also the 38th 100-yard game for Evans in the regular season; he has four more in the postseason.
Most 150-Yard Receiving Games, Active NFL Players
1. Tyreek Hill, Chiefs/Dolphins: 16
2. Mike Evans, Buccaneers: 14
3t. Davante Adams, Packers/Raiders/Jets: 11
3t. Justin Jefferson, Vikings: 11
5. DeAndre Hopkins, Texans/Cardinals/Titans/Chiefs: 10
Tampa Bay's defense contributed heavily to the Bucs' second-half domination, and in total allowed just 206 yards on the afternoon, its lowest amount allowed in a game this year. The Chargers failed to convert on all six third-down tries and both fourth-down attempts. Over its four-game winning streak, the Buccaneers have allowed just 15.0 points per game, the fewest in the NFL over that span.
Linebacker Lavonte David led that defensive charge with a vintage David performance, pacing the team with 12 tackles and adding 1.5 sacks and three quarterback hits. One of those hits on Justin Herbert led to a fluttering downfield pass that was intercepted by cornerback Jamel Dean, which snapped a streak of 11 straight games without an interception thrown by Herbert.
David's 1.5 sacks increased his career total to 39.0 and allowed him to tie David Logan for sixth place on the team's all-time list in that category. He also surpassed 100 tackles on the season, marking the 11th time in 13 seasons that he has hit triple digits in that category. David is now the only player in the NFL who currently has amassed 100-plus tackles, at least five sacks and at least three forced fumbles. David is one of just four NFL players over the last decade to put together that combination of stats in a season, joining teammate Antoine Winfield Jr. (2023) as well as Shaquille Leonard (2018) and Thomas Davis (2015).
Most Career Sacks, Buccaneers History
1. Lee Roy Selmon:78.5
2. Warren Sapp: 77.0
3. Simeon Rice: 69.5
4. Gerald McCoy: 54.5
5. Shaquil Barrett: 45.0
6t. Lavonte David: 39.0
6t. David Logan: 39.0
David shared one of his sacks on Sunday with defensive lineman Logan Hall, who also recorded another sack of his own. In his third season, Hall has posted a career-high 4.5 sacks, exceeding the total of 3.0 he had in his first two seasons combined.
Kicker Chase McLaughlin contributed a season-high 16 points to the Bucs' win in Los Angeles, making all four of his field goal attempts and also going four-for-four on extra point tries. In his second season with the Buccaneers, McLaughlin has made 25 of his 27 attempts this season and has not missed from within 50 yards. Since he came to Tampa in 2023, McLaughlin has posted the third-best field goal percentage in the NFL.
Highest Field Goal Percentage, NFL, 2023-24
| Player | Team | Made | Att. | Pct. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Folk | Titans | 50 | 52 | 96.2% |
| Cameron Dicker | Chargers | 60 | 64 | 93.8% |
| Chase McLaughlin | Buccaneers | 54 | 58 | 93.1% |
| Chris Boswell | Steelers | 67 | 72 | 93.1% |
| Cam Little | Jaguars | 22 | 24 | 91.7% |
