Follow us on Google Discover How do you win in the NFL without completing a single pass? Ask the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Incredibly, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeat the Atlanta Falcons 16-0, without completing even one pass.
It is the first time since 1974 that an NFL team has managed the feat. This came when the Buffalo Bills beat the New York Jets 16-12.
Baker Mayfield was quarterback for the Buccaneers, and hoped to improve on his 64 passing yards against the Panthers last week. But he did not need a single one.
A spectacular defensive effort from the Buccaneers completely destroyed the Falcons offense.
Michael Penix Jr had four interceptions, all of which secured the Buccaneers impressive field position for the Tampa Bay run game to do the damage.
Alex Anzalone had two interceptions, with Jacob Parrish and Zyon McCollum managing one each.
On the ground for Tampa, Bucky Irving ran for 170 yards and a touchdown, at an impressive 6.3 yards per carry.
Kicker Chase McLaughlin scored three field goals to complete the scoring.
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Rain influenced poor passing game
Baker Mayfield only attempted three passes all game, and failed to connect with any of them.
It was a rainy day at the Raymond James Stadium, with drizzle throughout, which contributed to poor passing conditions.
It did not suit either team, but Tampa’s strong defense coped far better than the Falcons did, who are used to playing in a dome.
This was the worst game of Penix Jr’s career.
While he threw for 41 yards, and 41 more yards than Mayfield, it was the Tampa Bay quarterback who somehow managed his team to a historic win – with zero completions.
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