In a dominant display, Baker Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a resounding 32-9 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC wild-card playoff game. Mayfield showcased his prowess with 337 yards and three touchdowns, propelling the Bucs to their sixth win in seven games.
The Buccaneers’ defense effectively stifled Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ offense, securing a spot in the NFC divisional round against the Detroit Lions next Sunday. Mayfield, undeterred by the underdog status, expressed the team’s determination to continue their impressive playoff run.
David Moore’s 44-yard reception and rookie Trey Palmer’s explosive 56-yard catch-and-run further solidified Tampa Bay’s dominance. Mayfield, playing in his first playoff appearance since 2020, capped off the game with a 23-yard TD pass to Chris Godwin.
Despite a challenging season for Philadelphia, missing leading receiver A.J. Brown and Hurts playing through an injury, the Eagles couldn’t find a rhythm against the resilient Buccaneers. The Bucs, who lost to the Lions earlier in the season, are set to face them in a divisional rematch, aiming to overturn the previous 20-6 defeat.
The Lions, riding high after a wildcard victory against the LA Rams, enter the matchup as 6-point favorites. The Buccaneers are eager to redeem themselves and secure a consecutive playoff win, eyeing a deeper postseason run.
Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ocho Cinco sat down to discuss the game. Listen here: