Buccaneers lead NFL in rushing yards at midseason

As of mid-November 2026, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are the only NFL team with more rushing yards than passing yards, recording 1,475 rushing yards compared to 1,277 passing yards. This unusual statistic comes amid struggles from quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has missed three games, prompting the Buccaneers to rely heavily on their running game. The weather conditions in Week 8 further influenced these numbers, as the team rushed for 322 yards but recorded minus-2 passing yards in a game against the Falcons. Despite their distinctive offensive strategy, the Buccaneers remain in playoff contention in the NFC South, which has the weakest standings in the league.

• 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers have more rushing yards than passing yards, a rare feat in today's NFL