Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions Match Player Stats

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions match player stats from their Week 7 meeting tell a much deeper story than the 24-9 final score. Detroit controlled the game with a powerful rushing attack, led by Jahmyr Gibbs, while its defense held Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay’s offense to 251 total net yards. Jared Goff finished with 241 passing yards and a touchdown, but the defining individual performance came from Gibbs, who produced 136 rushing yards, two rushing touchdowns, and 82 receiving yards. The game was played on October 20, 2025, at Ford Field, with official reports published on October 20 and October 21. Detroit improved to 5-2, while Tampa Bay also moved to 5-2 after the loss.

For anyone searching for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions match player stats, the most useful way to understand this game is not simply to list passing, rushing, and receiving numbers. The numbers show how Detroit changed the shape of the game. Tampa Bay entered the matchup having scored 30 or more points in three of its previous four games, yet Detroit held the Buccaneers to nine points and only 251 total net yards.

The final score was Detroit Lions 24, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 9. Detroit gained 379 total yards compared with Tampa Bay’s 251, won the rushing battle 164 to 41, and held the ball for 31:39 compared with Tampa Bay’s 28:21. Those differences explain much of what happened on the field.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions Match Player Stats

The headline player numbers provide the clearest starting point.

Category	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Detroit Lions
Final Score	9	24
Passing	Baker Mayfield: 28/50, 228 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT	Jared Goff: 20/29, 241 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
Passing Rating	66.1	91.3
QBR	18.3	27.1
Sacks	4 for 18 yards	4 for 26 yards
Rushing	12 carries, 41 yards	32 carries, 164 yards
Rushing Average	3.4	5.1
Rushing TDs	0	2
Leading Rusher	Rachaad White: 10 carries, 38 yards	Jahmyr Gibbs: 17 carries, 136 yards
Receiving	28 receptions, 228 yards	20 receptions, 241 yards
Receiving Average	8.1	12.1
Receiving TDs	1	1
Leading Receiver	Cade Otton: 7 receptions, 65 yards	Amon-Ra St. Brown: 6 receptions, 86 yards
Interceptions	Jamel Dean: 1	Arthur Maulet: 1
Team Sacks	4	4
Total Tackles	77	63
Punts	6 for 263 yards	5 for 256 yards

The official NFL game summary confirms the broader team picture: Detroit had 379 total net yards, Tampa Bay had 251, Detroit ran 32 rushing plays compared with 12 for Tampa Bay, and each team recorded four sacks.

That table also highlights an important point. Detroit did not win because Goff dramatically out-threw Mayfield. The passing yardage difference was only 13 yards. The larger advantage came from the ground game, efficiency, field position, and Detroit’s ability to force Tampa Bay into difficult passing situations.

Baker Mayfield’s Passing Performance

Baker Mayfield completed 28 of 50 passes for 228 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.

His completion rate was 56.0 percent, and his average was 4.6 yards per attempt. His official passer rating was 66.1, while his QBR was 18.3.

Those numbers are important because the raw 228-yard total can make the performance look more productive than it really was. Mayfield threw 50 passes, which is a very high volume compared with the modest yardage output. Tampa Bay therefore needed a large number of attempts to generate relatively little offensive production.

His passing line can be viewed this way:

• 28 completions
• 50 attempts
• 228 passing yards
• 56.0 percent completion rate
• 4.6 yards per attempt
• 1 touchdown
• 1 interception
• 4 sacks
• 18 sack yards lost
• 66.1 passer rating
• 18.3 QBR

The four sacks mattered. Tampa Bay’s gross passing yardage was 228, but its net passing yardage fell to 210 after sack yardage was removed. The offense therefore produced only 3.9 net yards per pass play.

That is a major reason the Buccaneers struggled to sustain drives.

Why Mayfield’s 50 attempts are significant

Fifty attempts might normally suggest that a quarterback was given every opportunity to carry an offense. In this case, they also show how one-dimensional the game became.

Tampa Bay rushed only 12 times for 41 yards. Detroit, by comparison, ran 32 times for 164 yards.

That creates an obvious contrast:

Tampa Bay: 50 pass attempts and 12 rushing attempts.

Detroit: 29 pass attempts and 32 rushing attempts.

Detroit was able to establish balance. Tampa Bay was forced to rely heavily on the passing game, and Detroit’s pass rush and secondary were able to make those attempts increasingly difficult.

The official Buccaneers recap noted that Mayfield was pressured often and that Tampa Bay’s passing attack produced a season-low average of 3.9 yards per pass play.

Jared Goff’s Passing Stats

Jared Goff completed 20 of 29 passes for 241 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.

His completion percentage was 69.0 percent, and he averaged 8.3 yards per attempt. His passer rating was 91.3, with a QBR of 27.1.

His numbers were:

• 20 completions
• 29 attempts
• 241 yards
• 69.0 percent completion rate
• 8.3 yards per attempt
• 1 touchdown
• 1 interception
• 4 sacks
• 26 sack yards lost
• 91.3 passer rating
• 27.1 QBR

Goff did not need to throw frequently because Detroit’s rushing attack was producing consistently.

That distinction is critical when comparing the two quarterbacks. Mayfield threw 21 more passes than Goff, yet Goff finished with 13 more passing yards.

This is not simply a quarterback comparison. It is a reflection of offensive context.

Detroit’s rushing attack forced Tampa Bay to respect the run. That created more manageable opportunities for Goff, including the 27-yard touchdown connection with Amon-Ra St. Brown that opened the scoring.

The official scoring record shows that St. Brown caught the 27-yard touchdown from Goff at 11:59 of the first quarter, giving Detroit a 7-0 lead.

Jahmyr Gibbs Was the Game’s Biggest Statistical Difference-Maker

If one player best explains the final score, it is Jahmyr Gibbs.

Gibbs rushed 17 times for 136 yards, an extraordinary 8.0 yards per carry, and scored two touchdowns. His longest run was 78 yards.

He also caught three passes for 82 yards.

That gives Gibbs:

• 17 rushing attempts
• 136 rushing yards
• 8.0 yards per carry
• 2 rushing touchdowns
• 78-yard rushing long
• 3 receptions
• 82 receiving yards
• 218 total yards from scrimmage

His 218 yards from scrimmage were the most productive individual offensive total in the game.

The 78-yard touchdown run was especially important. It came in the second quarter and gave Detroit a 14-0 advantage. Later, Gibbs added a five-yard rushing touchdown in the third quarter, extending Detroit’s lead to 21-9.

The 78-yard run also changes how his rushing average should be interpreted. An 8.0-yard average is outstanding, but it was not built solely on a collection of small gains. One explosive play accounted for 78 yards. That is not a criticism of Gibbs. It shows exactly how explosive he was when he found space.

Gibbs as a runner

Gibbs averaged eight yards every time he carried the ball.

That is an enormous difference from Tampa Bay’s rushing production, where the team averaged only 3.4 yards per carry.

Detroit therefore gained approximately 1.7 yards more per rushing attempt than Tampa Bay. Over a larger number of carries, that efficiency advantage becomes decisive.

Gibbs also had 82 receiving yards. His three catches averaged 27.3 yards per reception, with a 30-yard long.

This meant Tampa Bay could not focus exclusively on stopping him between the tackles.

He affected the game in multiple ways.

Amon-Ra St. Brown Delivered the Key Receiving Touchdown

Amon-Ra St. Brown led Detroit in receiving with six catches for 86 yards and one touchdown.

His receiving line was:

• 6 receptions
• 86 yards
• 14.3 yards per reception
• 10 targets
• 1 touchdown
• 27-yard long

His touchdown was the first score of the night.

St. Brown’s 27-yard touchdown was important because Detroit immediately put Tampa Bay in a position where it had to chase the game.

That matters against a defense capable of generating pressure.

When a team is behind early, the offensive playbook often becomes more predictable. Tampa Bay ultimately finished with 50 pass attempts, while its rushing attack never became a consistent source of production.

Cade Otton Led Tampa Bay in Receptions

Cade Otton was Tampa Bay’s leading receiver.

He finished with:

• 7 receptions
• 65 yards
• 9.3 yards per reception
• 9 targets
• 20-yard long
• 0 touchdowns

Otton’s seven receptions were the most by any Buccaneers receiver.

However, his 65 yards also show the limitations of Tampa Bay’s passing attack. The team completed 28 passes, but no Buccaneers receiver produced a huge yardage total.

Tez Johnson provided Tampa Bay’s only receiving touchdown. He caught four passes for 58 yards, averaging 14.5 yards per reception, with a 22-yard long.

That touchdown came in the third quarter and reduced Detroit’s lead to 14-9 after Tampa Bay failed on the conversion attempt. The scoring sequence gave the Buccaneers a chance to make the game competitive, but Detroit answered with Gibbs’ second touchdown later in the quarter.

Tampa Bay’s Rushing Game Could Not Keep Pace

Tampa Bay rushed only 12 times for 41 yards.

Rachaad White was the team’s leading rusher with 10 carries for 38 yards, averaging 3.8 yards per carry.

That means White accounted for almost all of Tampa Bay’s rushing production.

The team rushing breakdown tells a simple story:

• 12 total carries
• 41 total yards
• 3.4 yards per carry
• 0 rushing touchdowns
• 7-yard team long

Detroit’s rushing numbers were dramatically different:

• 32 carries
• 164 yards
• 5.1 yards per carry
• 2 touchdowns
• 78-yard long

The difference was not only volume. Detroit was more efficient.

The Lions ran 20 more rushing plays and gained 123 more rushing yards.

That is the foundation of their victory.

The Total Yardage Battle Explains the Score

Detroit finished with 379 total net yards.

Tampa Bay finished with 251.

The 128-yard difference is substantial.

Breaking it down:

Passing

Detroit had 215 net passing yards.

Tampa Bay had 210.

This part of the game was relatively close.

Rushing

Detroit had 164 rushing yards.

Tampa Bay had 41.

This is where the game separated.

Detroit therefore gained only five more net passing yards than Tampa Bay but produced 123 more rushing yards.

That is one of the clearest statistical explanations for the 24-9 result.

The Lions did not need a huge passing performance because their rushing game created the necessary offensive advantage.

Third-Down Efficiency Was Poor for Both Teams

Neither offense was particularly effective on third down.

Tampa Bay converted four of 16 third downs, a 25.0 percent conversion rate.

Detroit converted three of 13, a 23.1 percent rate.

At first glance, that appears to weaken the argument that Detroit controlled the game.

It actually makes the rushing advantage even more interesting.

Detroit was not dominating because it constantly converted third downs. Instead, the Lions created enough positive plays on earlier downs, especially through the rushing attack, to generate points and control field position.

Tampa Bay’s four-for-16 third-down performance was especially costly because the team had 50 passing attempts but still struggled to sustain drives.

Time of Possession Favored Detroit

Detroit held the ball for 31:39.

Tampa Bay had possession for 28:21.

The difference was only 3:18, but it fits the larger pattern.

Detroit ran 65 offensive plays.

Tampa Bay ran 66.

So Detroit did not win simply by running dramatically more plays.

Instead, Detroit extracted more value from its plays.

The Lions averaged 5.8 yards per offensive play.

Tampa Bay averaged 3.8.

That two-yard difference per play is much more meaningful than the small difference in total offensive snaps.

The Defensive Player Stats Tell Another Story

Both teams recorded four sacks.

Tampa Bay’s defense produced:

• 77 total tackles
• 38 solo tackles
• 4 sacks
• 7 tackles for loss
• 2 passes defended
• 9 quarterback hits

Detroit produced:

• 63 total tackles
• 37 solo tackles
• 4 sacks
• 4 tackles for loss
• 12 passes defended
• 8 quarterback hits

The tackle totals favor Tampa Bay, but that does not necessarily mean the Buccaneers played better defense.

Tackles often increase when an offense is able to sustain possessions and create more opportunities for the defense to make plays.

Detroit’s 12 passes defended stand out.

The Lions also intercepted Mayfield once. Arthur Maulet recorded Detroit’s interception.

Tampa Bay’s Jamel Dean intercepted Goff once and returned it 13 yards.

Both defenses therefore produced an interception.

The difference was what happened around those turnovers.

Detroit’s defense limited Tampa Bay’s ability to turn possessions into points.

Detroit’s Backup Secondary Deserves Attention

One of the most interesting details surrounding the game was Detroit’s defensive personnel situation.

The Lions entered the game with significant injuries and absences in the secondary. NFL reporting noted that Detroit was without five defensive backs, including four starters, yet the replacement group still helped limit Mayfield and Tampa Bay’s offense.

That context makes Tampa Bay’s 9-point output more significant.

The Buccaneers were not facing a fully healthy Detroit secondary.

Yet Tampa Bay could not consistently exploit the situation.

This is one of the strongest lessons from the game for anyone studying the player statistics: individual numbers cannot always be separated from personnel context.

A quarterback completing 28 passes may look productive until the number of attempts, yards per attempt, sacks, and scoring output are considered together.

Likewise, a defense missing starters may look vulnerable on paper, but actual game performance can tell a different story.

Turnovers Were Even, But Detroit Won the Other Battles

Both teams committed one lost fumble.

Both teams also intercepted the opposing quarterback once.

So the turnover margin was effectively even.

That means the Lions did not need a major turnover advantage to win.

Instead, Detroit won through:

1. Rushing production
2. Explosive plays
3. Passing efficiency
4. Defensive disruption
5. Better red-zone execution

Detroit scored three touchdowns and one field goal.

Tampa Bay scored one touchdown and one field goal.

The Buccaneers were 0-for-1 in the red zone.

Detroit went 1-for-2.

That difference matters because Tampa Bay did not maximize its limited scoring opportunities.

Special Teams Played a Supporting Role

Chase McLaughlin converted Tampa Bay’s only field-goal attempt, a 53-yard kick.

Jake Bates made a 58-yard field goal for Detroit but missed one other attempt. He also converted all three extra-point attempts.

Bates finished with six points.

The punting battle was interesting.

Riley Dixon punted six times for 263 yards, an average of 43.8 yards, with four punts inside the 20 and a long of 52.

Jack Fox punted five times for 256 yards, averaging 51.2 yards, with a long of 66.

Fox had the stronger gross average, while Dixon recorded more punts inside the 20.

Tampa Bay also received strong return production from Kameron Johnson.

Johnson had:

• 4 kickoff returns
• 95 kickoff return yards
• 23.8-yard average
• 28-yard long
• 3 punt returns
• 34 punt return yards
• 11.3-yard punt return average
• 13-yard punt return long

Detroit’s Jacob Saylors returned two kickoffs for 54 yards, averaging 27.0 yards.

Special teams did not decide the game, but Tampa Bay’s return production helped create opportunities that the offense was unable to fully convert.

Why Detroit Won Despite Goff’s Modest Passing Volume

A common mistake when reading box scores is to assume the quarterback with more passing yards must have been the primary reason for victory.

This game shows why that approach can be misleading.

Goff threw 29 passes.

Mayfield threw 50.

Goff produced 241 yards.

Mayfield produced 228.

The difference was not massive through the air.

Detroit’s advantage came from making its offense more efficient and balanced.

The Lions could run the football effectively enough to force Tampa Bay to defend the entire field.

Gibbs’ 136 rushing yards and 78-yard touchdown created the kind of explosive production that changes defensive strategy.

Once Detroit established the run, Goff did not need to throw 40 or 50 times.

That is an important football lesson hidden inside the statistics.

Why Tampa Bay’s Offense Struggled

The Buccaneers’ offensive problem was not simply that Mayfield had a bad game.

Several factors worked together.

1. Limited rushing volume

Twelve rushing attempts is extremely low compared with Detroit’s 32.

2. Low passing efficiency

Mayfield averaged only 4.6 yards per attempt.

3. Pressure

He was sacked four times and finished with 18 yards lost on sacks.

4. Poor third-down conversion

Tampa Bay converted only four of 16 third downs.

5. Red-zone failure

The Buccaneers went 0-for-1 in the red zone.

6. Lack of explosive offensive production

No Tampa Bay rusher came close to Gibbs’ output, and the receiving group lacked a 100-yard performance.

These issues compounded each other.

Once Tampa Bay fell behind, the offense became increasingly dependent on Mayfield’s arm.

Detroit’s defense could then focus more heavily on disrupting the passing game.

What the Player Stats Say About Each Team

The numbers paint different pictures of the two teams.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Buccaneers were still competitive enough to finish with 251 total yards and four sacks, but their offense could not maintain efficiency.

Mayfield threw for 228 yards and one touchdown, but 50 attempts for that production indicates how difficult it was to move the ball consistently.

Cade Otton was reliable, while Tez Johnson provided the team’s most important receiving play.

Rachaad White carried most of the rushing responsibility, but Tampa Bay’s ground attack never became a major factor.

Defensively, the Buccaneers generated four sacks and one interception, but they could not contain Gibbs.

Detroit Lions

Detroit’s offense was built around efficiency.

Goff completed 69 percent of his passes and averaged 8.3 yards per attempt.

St. Brown gave Detroit an early lead with his 27-yard touchdown.

Gibbs then repeatedly created explosive plays.

The defense deserves equal credit.

Despite significant absences in the secondary, Detroit recorded four sacks, one interception, 12 passes defended, and limited Tampa Bay to nine points.

The Lions did not need a perfect offensive performance because their defense prevented Tampa Bay from taking advantage of its opportunities.

The Most Important Individual Stats at a Glance

If you only have a minute to review the game, these are the numbers worth remembering.

Jahmyr Gibbs: 17 carries, 136 rushing yards, 2 rushing TDs, 3 receptions, 82 receiving yards, 218 yards from scrimmage.

Amon-Ra St. Brown: 6 receptions, 86 yards, 1 touchdown.

Jared Goff: 20-of-29 passing, 241 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception, 91.3 passer rating.

Baker Mayfield: 28-of-50 passing, 228 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception, 66.1 passer rating.

Cade Otton: 7 receptions, 65 yards.

Tez Johnson: 4 receptions, 58 yards, 1 touchdown.

Rachaad White: 10 carries, 38 yards.

These players represent the central statistical story of the matchup.

What the Game Reveals Beyond the Box Score

The most valuable insight from this matchup is that the final score was driven more by efficiency than by a dramatic quarterback mismatch.

Goff did not throw for 350 yards.

Mayfield did not throw five interceptions.

Detroit simply found a way to make more of its offensive opportunities count.

The Lions averaged 5.8 yards per offensive play compared with Tampa Bay’s 3.8.

That 2.0-yard gap is substantial.

Detroit also averaged 5.1 yards per rushing attempt compared with Tampa Bay’s 3.4.

Again, the advantage was clear.

The Lions were more efficient both overall and on the ground.

That is why the final score was 24-9 even though both teams had four sacks and one interception.

A Closer Look at Explosive Plays

Explosive plays often have a disproportionate effect on NFL games.

Gibbs supplied the biggest one.

His 78-yard touchdown run accounted for more than half of his rushing yardage.

Gibbs also had a 30-yard reception.

St. Brown had a 27-yard touchdown reception.

Tampa Bay’s longest reception was 30 yards, while its longest rushing play was only seven yards.

That contrast is revealing.

Tampa Bay had some passing explosiveness, but it could not create consistent rushing gains.

Detroit had explosive production in both the running and passing games.

This gave the Lions more ways to score.

How to Interpret the Quarterback Ratings

The passer rating gap was noticeable.

Goff finished at 91.3.

Mayfield finished at 66.1.

But passer rating should not be treated as a complete measure of quarterback quality.

It is more useful here as part of a larger group of indicators.

Goff had:

• Higher completion percentage
• Higher yards per attempt
• More passing yards
• Better passer rating
• Fewer attempts

Mayfield had:

• More completions
• More attempts
• More total passing volume
• The same number of touchdowns
• The same number of interceptions

The difference was efficiency.

Goff’s offense did not require him to throw frequently.

Mayfield’s offense did.

That distinction is more informative than the passer rating alone.

The Role of Field Position

Detroit’s ability to control the ground game also helped create favorable field position.

Tampa Bay punted six times.

Detroit punted five times.

Tampa Bay also recorded 47 yards of non-kickoff return yardage through punt and interception returns.

Still, the Buccaneers struggled to turn those situations into touchdowns.

Detroit’s offense repeatedly produced enough yardage to avoid depending entirely on field-goal attempts.

The Lions’ three touchdowns were the biggest difference.

What Fans Should Take Away From These Stats

For Buccaneers fans, the most concerning number was not Mayfield’s interception.

It was the 41 rushing yards.

For Lions fans, the most encouraging number was not Goff’s 241 passing yards.

It was the 164 rushing yards.

For anyone evaluating the game as a whole, the 128-yard total offense advantage is the cleanest summary.

Detroit’s defense did its job, but the offense also created enough balance to keep Tampa Bay under pressure throughout the game.

How to Read Player Stats From This Matchup Correctly

When reviewing an NFL box score, it is easy to focus on the largest number.

A better method is to connect several numbers.

Start with the final score.

Then compare total yards.

Next, separate passing and rushing.

After that, look at efficiency.

Finally, examine turnovers, sacks, third downs, and red-zone results.

For this game, that process produces a clear conclusion:

Score: Detroit won 24-9.

Total yards: Detroit won 379-251.

Rushing: Detroit won 164-41.

Passing: Detroit won 241-228 in gross passing yards.

Passing efficiency: Detroit had the better completion percentage and yards per attempt.

Turnovers: Even.

Sacks: Even at four apiece.

Third downs: Both struggled.

Red zone: Detroit was more successful.

The result was therefore not based on one isolated statistic.

It was the combined effect of rushing efficiency, explosive plays, defensive execution, and Tampa Bay’s inability to sustain drives.

Important Date Clarification

There is a small date detail worth clarifying because search results can display different dates.

The game itself was played on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Ford Field in Detroit.

Some reports were published on October 21, 2025, which can lead to the matchup appearing in search results with October 21 attached to it. The official NFL game summary identifies the game date as October 20, 2025.

For historical searches, the most accurate description is therefore the Week 7 matchup played on October 20, 2025.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions Match Player Stats: Final Assessment

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions match player stats reveal a game that was decided by balance, efficiency, and explosive rushing production.

Jahmyr Gibbs was the standout player.

His 218 yards from scrimmage gave Detroit a major advantage, and his 78-yard touchdown run changed the momentum of the game.

Amon-Ra St. Brown also played a major role with 86 receiving yards and the game’s opening touchdown.

Jared Goff was efficient rather than prolific. His 20-of-29 performance for 241 yards and one touchdown was enough because Detroit’s running game carried a large portion of the offensive workload.

For Tampa Bay, Baker Mayfield’s 228 passing yards and one touchdown do not tell the entire story. The bigger concern was the combination of 50 attempts, four sacks, 4.6 yards per attempt, and only 41 rushing yards from the entire team.

Cade Otton led Tampa Bay with seven catches for 65 yards, while Tez Johnson scored the Buccaneers’ only touchdown through the air.

The defensive numbers also deserve recognition. Both teams recorded four sacks and one interception, but Detroit’s defense created 12 passes defended and held Tampa Bay to nine points despite entering the game with significant secondary absences.

Ultimately, the most revealing comparison is simple:

Detroit rushed for 164 yards at 5.1 yards per carry. Tampa Bay rushed for 41 yards at 3.4 yards per carry.

That difference shaped everything that followed.

Detroit did not need Goff to dominate the passing game. It needed its rushing attack to stay efficient, its defense to limit Mayfield, and its explosive players to capitalize when opportunities appeared.

That formula worked.

The Lions won 24-9, improved to 5-2, and handed Tampa Bay its first road loss of the 2025 season. The Buccaneers also remained 5-2 after the defeat.

For anyone studying this matchup, the biggest lesson is that player statistics become much more useful when they are read as a connected story. The passing numbers explain the quarterback efficiency. The rushing numbers explain the offensive balance. The receiving numbers show where the explosive plays came from. The defensive numbers explain why Tampa Bay could not recover after falling behind.

That is the real value of the box score. It does not just tell you who gained yards. It shows why one team controlled the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Buccaneers vs Lions game in 2025?

The Detroit Lions defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-9 in Week 7 at Ford Field on October 20, 2025.

Who was the leading player in the game?

Jahmyr Gibbs was the most productive offensive player. He recorded 136 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns, plus 82 receiving yards, for 218 total yards from scrimmage.

How did Baker Mayfield perform against Detroit?

Mayfield completed 28 of 50 passes for 228 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. He was also sacked four times and finished with a 66.1 passer rating.

How did Jared Goff perform against Tampa Bay?

Goff completed 20 of 29 passes for 241 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. His passer rating was 91.3.

Who led Tampa Bay in receiving?

Cade Otton led the Buccaneers with seven receptions for 65 yards. Tez Johnson led Tampa Bay in receiving touchdowns with one.

Why did Detroit win the game?

Detroit won largely because it dominated the rushing battle, 164 yards to 41, produced explosive plays through Gibbs and St. Brown, and held Tampa Bay to only nine points. The Lions also gained 379 total yards compared with Tampa Bay’s 251.

Conclusion

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions match player stats show that Detroit’s 24-9 victory was built on far more than one standout performance.

Jahmyr Gibbs was the clear statistical star, producing 218 yards from scrimmage and two rushing touchdowns. Amon-Ra St. Brown supplied the opening touchdown and led Detroit in receiving. Jared Goff delivered an efficient passing performance without needing high volume.

For Tampa Bay, Baker Mayfield produced 228 passing yards and a touchdown, but the offense struggled to create efficiency. Rachaad White led the rushing attack, while Cade Otton was the team’s leading receiver. The Buccaneers’ defense recorded four sacks and an interception, but Detroit’s ground game repeatedly created the kind of field position and explosive plays that Tampa Bay could not match.

The most important number remains the rushing differential: Detroit gained 164 rushing yards while Tampa Bay managed only 41.

That 123-yard advantage on the ground helped Detroit control the structure of the game. Combined with a 379-251 edge in total yards and a defense that limited Tampa Bay to nine points, it explains why the Lions came away with the 24-9 victory.

For historical analysis, the matchup is a useful example of why NFL player statistics should be interpreted together rather than individually. A quarterback’s passing total, a running back’s yardage, and a defense’s sack count each provide only one piece of the story. When those figures are connected, the reason for Detroit’s victory becomes much clearer.