Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers defeat Falcons 16-0 with unprecedented stats
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-0 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on November 1, succeeding with a ground-heavy strategy. Quarterback Baker Mayfield did not complete any of his three pass attempts, marking the first occurrence of a team winning without completions since 1945. The Buccaneers combined for 324 rushing yards, with Bucky Irving leading with 170 yards. The Buccaneers' defense also stifled Atlanta, forcing quarterback Michael Penix Jr. into four interceptions. This win keeps the Buccaneers in contention within the competitive NFC South division.
- •Tampa Bay rushes for 324 yards, no completions.
- •Bucky Irving records 170 rushing yards and a touchdown.
- •Michael Penix Jr. throws four interceptions for Atlanta.
- •Buccaneers improve to 3-5 in NFC South standings.
- •Mayfield returns from injury, contributing in the ground game.
- 9:48 PMCBS Sports — Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers complete win against Falcons with statistics not seen since 1933
"Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield didn't complete any of his three throws in a 16-0 win
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