Buccaneers Achieve Rare Win with No Passing Yards Against Falcons
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-0 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, marking only the second instance in NFL history where a team won without any passing yards during the Super Bowl era.
In a challenging matchup at Raymond James Stadium, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 16-0, despite recording no passing yards. Quarterback Baker Mayfield did not complete any passes, finishing with three attempts and a total of -2 passing yards after being sacked.
The Buccaneers relied heavily on their ground game, amassing 321 rushing yards. Bucky Irving led the charge with 170 yards and a touchdown, while Kenny Gainwell contributed 140 yards. Mayfield added 14 rushing yards, his only offensive contribution of the game.
This victory marked the first time since 1974 that a team won without passing yards, a feat previously accomplished by the Buffalo Bills. At halftime, Tampa Bay led 9-0, with all points coming from three field goals by Chase McLaughlin. The Falcons struggled offensively, with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. throwing for 124 yards and four interceptions, while running back Bijan Robinson managed 76 rushing yards.
With this win, the Buccaneers improved their record to 3-5, tying with the Falcons, who have lost three of their last four games, both teams trailing the Carolina Panthers in the NFC South.