Falcons versus Buccaneers game thread: Baker Mayfield looks to get out of a rut

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a narrow 29-28 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons, marking their seventh loss of the season, which has left them with a 7-7 record. Head Coach Todd Bowles attributed the loss to his players' performance, while quarterback Baker Mayfield expressed his frustration over the team's inability to maintain a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter.

Bijan Robinson, running back for the Atlanta Falcons, faced backlash for using a homophobic phrase during a postgame show on Prime following the team's narrow 29-28 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He referred to a backyard game as 'smear the q****', which prompted an apology from him for the insensitive comment.

The Carolina Panthers are positioned to clinch the NFC South title as early as Week 16, contingent upon their performance against the New Orleans Saints. This opportunity arises as both the Panthers and the Buccaneers hold a 7-6 record, following a recent loss by Tampa Bay to New Orleans.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced a devastating 29-28 defeat against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, marking a significant low point in their 2025 season after leading by 14 points in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Baker Mayfield took responsibility for the collapse, expressing frustration over the team's inability to secure the win.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a significant 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons after leading by 14 points in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Baker Mayfield took responsibility for the collapse, expressing frustration over the team's inability to secure the win despite a strong start. This defeat leaves the Buccaneers with a 7-7 record, raising concerns about their playoff prospects.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers experienced a shocking collapse against the Atlanta Falcons, losing 29-28 after leading by 14 points in the fourth quarter. Offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs expressed disbelief at the team's performance, highlighting the ongoing struggles despite earlier successes this season. Baker Mayfield's frustrations were evident as he noted that certain outcomes 'don’t get you s***.'

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a disappointing 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons after blowing a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, with Baker Mayfield expressing frustration post-game, stating that certain outcomes 'don’t get you s***.' This defeat marks a significant setback for the Buccaneers in their pursuit of a playoff spot.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a significant setback as they blew a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons, resulting in a loss that left head coach Todd Bowles visibly frustrated and unleashing a profane tirade. This defeat marks another disappointing chapter in a season filled with challenges for the team.