Buccaneers edge Chiefs 16-15 in preseason tilt at Raymond James Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-15 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in their second preseason game on August 23 at Raymond James Stadium. The Buccaneers trailed 9-0 at halftime before rallying with three second-half scoring drives led by rookie Jalon Daniels. Tampa Bay's defense, featuring standout performances from Anthony Nelson and David Walker, also showed promise. The result has implications for the quarterback battle behind Baker Mayfield, as veteran Jake Browning struggled to make an impact. As the team approaches roster cuts, player performance becomes increasingly critical.
- •Jalon Daniels led three second-half scoring drives for the Buccaneers.
- •Tampa Bay's defense was highlighted by Anthony Nelson's 1.5 sacks.
- •Jake Browning's performance raised questions in the quarterback competition.
- •The game took place on August 23 at Raymond James Stadium.
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