Buccaneers struggle in Week 1 loss to Bengals in Cincinnati

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on September 13, 2026. Despite a strong performance from RB Bucky Irving and rookie LB Josiah Trotter, who recorded a sack and a pick-six, the Buccaneers fell to the Bengals, 33-27. Four turnovers, all fumbles from Baker Mayfield, contributed significantly to the defeat, leading to 24 points for Cincinnati. The Buccaneers will aim to correct their mistakes before their home opener against the Cleveland Browns next week.

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