The Tampa Bay Buccaneers reclaimed first place in the NFC South on Sunday with their Week 17 blowout win over the Carolina Panthers. While the Tampa Bay defense held Carolina to 204 total yards in the game and zero points after halftime, it was an increasingly explosive offense that ruled the day. The Buccaneers piled up 551 yards of net offense against Carolina, the sixth-highest single-game total in franchise history. The final score was 48-14, as the Bucs tied their highest point total ever in a home game, and the third-highest total overall.
Most Total Net Yards, Single Game, Buccaneers History
- 594…at New Orleans, Oct. 13, 2024
- 588…at Detroit, Dec. 26, 2020
- 576…at Cincinnati, Oct. 28, 2018
- 573…at Minnesota, Nov. 16, 1980
- 558…vs. Miami, Oct. 10, 2021
- 551…vs. Carolina, Dec. 29, 2024
- 544…at Carolina, Nov. 15, 2020
- 542…vs. Indianapolis, Dec. 8, 2019
- 529…at New Orleans, Sept. 9, 2018
- 521…at Philadelphia, Nov. 22, 2015
Most Points Scored, Single Game, Buccaneers History
1. 55…at L.A. Rams, Sept. 29, 2019
2. 51…at New Orleans, Oct. 13, 2024
3t. 48…vs. Carolina, Dec. 29, 2024
3t. 48…vs. Atlanta, Sept. 19, 2021
3t. 48…at New Orleans, Sept. 9, 2018
3t. 48…vs. New Orleans, Dec. 23, 2001
3t. 48…vs. Atlanta, Sept. 13, 1987
The Bucs' 34-point margin of victory on Sunday tied for the sixth largest in franchise history and was the team's most lopsided outcome since it beat Chicago, 38-3, on Oct. 24, 2021. In terms of yardage, this was also a lopsided finish, with the Buccaneers gaining 347 more yards than the Panthers did, marking the second time this season (also at L.A. Chargers in Week 15) that they had surpassed 500 yards of offense while allowing fewer than 250. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, accomplishing that feat twice in the season put the Buccaneers in rare company (for the second time in team history):
Tampa Bay became the sixth team in the Super Bowl era to record 500-or-more total yards of offense and allow fewer than 250 yards of offense in multiple games in a season, joining the 2010 Oakland Raiders (three games), 1978 Dallas Cowboys (three), 2020 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (two), 2009 Baltimore Ravens (two) and 1967 Baltimore Colts (two).
The Buccaneers threw for 349 net yards of offense and ran for another, the second time this season they've put together the 300-200 combination (also at new Orleans in Week Six), which prompted another note from the Elias Sports Bureau:
The Buccaneers are the fifth team since 1970 with at least 300 passing yards and 200 rushing yards in multiple games in a season, joining the 2011 New Orleans Saints (three games), 2023 Miami Dolphins (two), 2016 New Orlans Saints (two) and 1984 Miami Dolphins (two).
The Buccaneers have now surpassed 500 yards in a game three times this season and 400 or more on 10 occasions. Both totals lead the NFL.
Most Games with 500+ Net Yards, NFL, 2024
1. Tampa Bay: 3
2t. Baltimore: 2
2t. Detroit: 2
Most Games with 400+ Net Yards, NFL, 2024
- Tampa Bay: 10
- Baltimore: 9
- Washington: 8
The Buccaneers continue to rank third in the NFL in net yards per game and are close to averaging 400 yards per game for the third time in team history (also 2021 and 2022).
Most Net Yards Per Game, NFL, 2024
- Baltimore: 424.2
- Detroit: 408.6
- Tampa Bay: 399.9
- Washington: 375.9
- Philadelphia: 371.2
The Buccaneers moved the ball with ease on Sunday, scoring on seven of their nine possessions, with the last one ending in clock-killing kneel-downs deep in Carolina territory. The Buccaneers' five touchdown drives covered distances of 94, 85, 81, 70 and 64 yards. Tampa Bay converted 10 of its 14 third-down attempts, which kept the chains moving and led to a final total of 33 first downs. That tied for the second-most first downs the Bucs have ever had in a game, and the most in a non-overtime game. That total included 20 in the first half, tied for the second most in the first half of a game in team annals, just one behind the 21 it put up in Detroit on Dec. 26, 2020. The Bucs have now surpassed 30 first downs in a game twice this season.
Most First Downs, Single Game, Buccaneers History
1. 34…vs. Cleveland (OT), Oct. 21, 2018
2t. 33…vs. Carolina, Dec. 29, 2024
2t. 33…vs. Miami, Oct. 10, 2021
4t. 31…at New Orleans, Oct. 13, 2024
4t. 31…at New York Giants, Nov. 18, 2018
The Buccaneers' 10-of-14 third-down success rate in Week 17 brought their season-long total in that category to a neat 100 out of 200, or exactly 50%. The Buccaneers are tied with Kansas City for first place in that category in 2024, and with one game left are likely to break the franchise single-season record of 47.1%, set in 2021.
Tampa Bay's 202 rushing yards against Carolina was the fourth 200-yard outing for the ground game this season, the second-highest number of 200-yard rushing games in franchise history, behind five by the 1979 squad. It was the seventh straight game the Buccaneers have eclipsed 100 rushing yards, and the 13th such occurrence overall in 2024. Only Philadelphia, with 16, has a longer active streak of 100-yard rushing outings.
Since coming out of its Week 11 bye, Tampa Bay has topped 130 rushing yards in six straight games, the longest such streak in team history. In fact, it doubles the previous long, as the team's prior record was a three-game streak.
Quarterback Baker Mayfield led the charge with one of the most prolific outings of his career, as he completed 27 of 32 passes for 359 yards, five touchdowns, no interceptions and a near-perfect 153.0 passer rating. That was the second-highest passer rating Mayfield has ever achieved in a game, behind a 158.3 rating (which was perfect) at Green Bay on Dec. 17 of last year. Mayfield also tied his personal best in touchdown passes, equaling the five he threw against Cincinnati while playing for Cleveland on Oct. 25, 2020.
Mayfield's five touchdown passes increased his career-high total to 39 this season, the third-highest single-season total in franchise history. With one more in the season finale he would join Tom Brady as the only quarterbacks in team history to hit the 40-touchdown mark.
Most Touchdown Passes, Single Season, Buccaneers History
1. Tom Brady (2021): 43
2. Tom Brady (2020): 40
3. Baker Mayfield (2024): 39
4. Jameis Winston (2019): 33
5t. Baker Mayfield (2023): 28
5t. Jameis Winston (2016): 28
Mayfield is now tied with Baltimore's Lamar Jackson for the second most touchdown passes in 2024.
Most Passing Touchdowns, NFL, 2024
1. Joe Burrow, Bengals: 42
2t. Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers: 39
2t. Lamar Jackson, Ravens: 39
4. Sam Darnold, Vikings: 35
5. Jared Goff, Lions: 33
Mayfield, who threw the same number of touchdown passes as he did incompletions against Carolina, completed 84.4% of his throws on Sunday, improving his season mark to 71.7%. Tampa Bay's single-season record for completion percentage is 69.3%, set by Brian Griese in 2004 on 200 fewer throws than Mayfield currently has (538 to 336). Mayfield currently ranks second in the NFL in that category.
Highest Completion Percentage, NFL, 2024
- Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins: 72.9%
- Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers: 71.7%
- Jared Goff, Lions: 71.4%
- Geno Smith, Seahawks: 70.2%
- Joe Burrow, Bengals: 69.8%
Courtesy of the Elias Sports Bureau, Mayfield became the fifth player in NFL history with a completion percentage of 80-or-higher, at least 350 pass yards, five touchdown passes and a passer rating of 150-or-higher, joining Tom Brady (Oct. 21, 2007 and Oct. 18, 2009, both with New England), Aaron Rodgers (Oct. 20, 2019 with Green Bay), Ben Roethlisberger (Oct. 26, 2014 with Pittsburgh) and Deshaun Watson (Oct. 6, 2019 with Houston).
With his 359 passing yards on Sunday, Mayfield also set a new personal best in that category in a single season, improving his total to 4,279 with one game to play. That's the fifth-highest passing yardage figure in franchise history.
View the top images of Tampa Bay's Week 17 game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, December 29th, 2024 at Raymond James Stadium.
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Kyle Trask #2 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebackers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 and Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50, Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94, and Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Mayor of Tampa Jane Castor, Captain of the Krewe, during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Rachaad White #1 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates with teammates during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94, Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98, and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 and Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers returns a blocked punt for a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers returns a blocked punt for a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown after a blocked punt during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Wide Receiver Trey Palmer #10 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers score a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Chris Braswell #43 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Anthony Nelson #98 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman C.J. Brewer #95 and Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Doug DeFelice/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Offensive Lineman Robert Hainsey #70, Center Graham Barton #62, and Tackle Raiqwon O'Neal #75 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his daughter before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Ben Bredeson #68 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Justin Skule #77 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Kicker Chase McLaughlin #4, Punter Jack Browning #5, and Long Snapper Evan Deckers #86 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a fan before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67, Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67, Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13, and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Kicker Chase McLaughlin #4 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers makes a field goal during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 and Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Linebacker Deion Jones #45 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 and Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Calijah Kancey #94 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football is presented with their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football is presented with their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football celebrates their State Championship at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - The duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scores a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Lineman Logan Hall #90 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Sean Tucker #44 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers throws his towel to fans after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and General Manager Jason Licht after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Head Coach Todd Bowles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Back Josh Hayes #32 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Jordan Whitehead #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Tackle Tristan Wirfs #78 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Guard Luke Goedeke #67 and Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Safety Tykee Smith #23 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Defensive Tackle Vita Vea #50 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 and Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Devin Culp #82 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Kameron Johnson #19 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Ryan Miller #81 and Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Wide Receiver Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Cornerback Zyon McCollum #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Running Back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Inside Linebacker Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Wide Receiver Jalen McMillan #15 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker J.J. Russell #51 and Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Buc Beat Line watches the duck during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Outside Linebacker Chris Braswell #43 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Tight End Payne Durham #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - General Manager Jason Licht with his sister and mom before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - General Manager Jason Licht with his mom before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Inside Linebacker K.J. Britt #52 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' daughter before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with his wife and son before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Emily Mayfield before the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Captain of the Krewe Mayor Jane Castor during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Fans during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football team receives their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TAMPA, FL - December 29, 2024 - Robinson High School Flag Football team receives their State Championship rings at halftime during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs won the game, 48-14. Photo By Tori Richman/Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Most Passing Yards, Single Season, Buccaneers History
- Tom Brady, 2021: 5,316
- Jameis Winston, 2019: 5,109
- Tom Brady, 2022: 4,694
- Tom Brady, 2020: 4,633
- Baker Mayfield, 2024: 4,279
Mayfield's big game on Sunday pumped his passer rating for the season up to 107.6; the team record in that category is 102.2, set by Tom Brady in 2020. Mayfield's previous best passer rating in a season was 95.9, set while playing for the Browns in 2020. He currently ranks fourth in that category in the NFL.
Highest Passer Rating, Qualified Passers, NFL, 2024
- Lamar Jackson, Ravens: 121.6
- Jared Goff, Lions: 112.2
- Joe Burrow, Bengals: 109.8
- Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers: 107.6
- Sam Darnold, Vikings: 106.4
Both Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan caught two of Mayfield's touchdown passes, while tight end Payne Durham scored the first one of his career. It marked the 24th time in his career that Evans has caught multiple touchdown passes in a single game, tying for the sixth most in league annals. He also increased his season total to 11 touchdown receptions, marking the sixth time in his 11-year career that he has hit or surpassed that mark. He is just the fifth player in NFL history to have six or more seasons with 11+ touchdown receptions, and the other four are all in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He joined a list that includes Randy Moss (eight seasons), Jerry Rice (eight), Marvin Harrison (seven) and Terrell Owens (seven).
While he still needs 85 yards in the season finale to extend his career-long streak to 11 straight 1,000-yard seasons (in the process tying Rice for the longest such run in league history), he did extend another streak on Sunday. His eight catches gave him 65 on the season and he is now the first player ever to start his career with 11 straight 60-catch campaigns. By getting to 65 he accomplished an NFL first for his position and matched an all-time record, as he is the first wide receiver and third player all-time with at least 65 receptions in 11 consecutive seasons, joining Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez (2003-13) and Travis Kelce (2014-24).
Evans' two touchdown catches increased his incredible career total to 105 and moved him a little closer to catching Gonzalez for eighth place 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 | 2004-20 | 121 |
| Antonio Gates | Chargers | 2003-18 | 116 |
| Tony Gonzalez+ | Chiefs, Falcons | 2003-18 | 111 |
| Mike Evans | Buccaneers | 2014-24 | 105 |
| Davante Adams | Packers, Raiders, Jets | 2014-24 | 102 |
| Tim Brown+ | Raiders, Buccaneers | 1988-2004 | 100 |
| Steve Largent+ | Seahawks | 1976-89 | 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)
McMillan found the end zone for a fourth game in a row and his six touchdown catches during that span. McMillan has the most touchdown receptions in the NFL since Week 14. His four straight games with a touchdown catch is tied for the fourth-longest streak by a rookie in NFL history.
Most Consecutive Games with a Touchdown Reception, Rookie, NFL History
1. Randy Moss, Vikings, 1998: 7
2t. Lee Evans, Bills, 2004: 5
2t. Chris Sanders, Oilers, 1995: 5
4t. Jalen McMillan, Buccaneers, 2024: 4
4t. Many others tied with: 4
McMillan's seven touchdown receptions are tied for the third most by a rookie in franchise history.
Most Touchdown Receptions, Rookie, Buccaneers History
1. Mike Evans, 2014: 12
2. Mike Williams, 2010: 11
3t. Jalen McMillan, 2024: 7
3t. Michael Clayton, 2004: 7
5. O.J. Howard, 2017: 6
McMillan's fellow rookie, running back Bucky Irving also had a prolific outing against the Panthers, setting a new personal best with 190 yards from scrimmage. Irving ran 20 times for 113 yards and caught four passes for 77 yards. In the process, he increased his season total to 1,033 rushing yards, becoming the first Buccaneers with a 1,000-yard rushing season since Doug Martin in 2015 and the first Bucs rookie to accomplish that feat since Martin in 2012. Irving now has the third-highest rushing yardage total by a rookie in team annals.
Most Rushing Yards, Rookie, Buccaneers History
- Doug Martin, 2012: 1,454
- Cadillac Williams, 2005: 1,178
- Bucky Irving, 2024: 1,033
- Errict Rhett, 1994: 1,011
- LeGarrette Blount, 2010: 1,007
Irving continues to lead all NFL rookies in both yards from scrimmage and rushing yards.
Most Yards from Scrimmage, NFL Rookies, 2024
- Bucky Irving, Buccaneers: 1,430
- Brian Thomas, Jaguars: 1,227
- Brock Bowers, Raiders: 1,157
- Malik Nabers, Giants: 1,142
- Tyrone Tracy, Giants: 1,057
Most Rushing Yards, NFL Rookies, 2024
- Bucky Irving, Buccaneers: 1,033
- Jayden Daniels, Commanders: 864
- Tyrone Tracy, Giants: 780
- Caleb Williams, Bears: 479
- Drake Maye, Patriots: 421
Tampa Bay's defense continued to stifle the run, allowing Carolina to record just 39 yards on 13 carries. It was the third game in a row in which the Buccaneers have held an opponent below 40 rushing yards, and they are only the second team in the Super Bowl era to accomplish such a streak. Baltimore also had a three-game streak of allowing fewer than 40 rushing yards in 2006. The Bucs' 102 rushing yards allowed over the last three games is the lowest by any team since Detroit allowed 100 over three games in November of 2013.
The Buccaneers' defense generated five sacks on the day, by five different players: defensive linemen Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall and outside linebackers Yaya Diaby, Anthony Nelson and Chris Braswell. Kancey increased his team-leading total to 7.5 sacks while Braswell recorded the first full sack of his rookie season. It was the first time the Bucs had at least five different players with a full sack in a game since the start of the 2014 season.
Outside linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka was the catalyst for the Bucs' first touchdown on a special teams play this season. In the third quarter, Tryon-Shoyinka blocked a Johnny Hekker punt and linebacker J.J. Russell scooped it up and scored his first career touchdown on a 23-yard return. The play marked the first blocked punt for Tampa Bay since Patrick O'Connor got one against Denver's Sam Martin on Sept. 27, 2020, and the first blocked punt returned for a touchdown since a 29-yard score by Adam Hayward against the San Diego Chargers on Nov. 11, 2012.
