Baker Mayfield and Chris Godwin played key roles in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Mayfield made a crucial completion to Godwin on a third-and-10 play to seal the game, while Godwin downplayed his role and praised Mayfield's throw. Mayfield threw two touchdown passes and the Bucs' defense forced three turnovers to secure the win. Mayfield had a slow start but found his rhythm in the second half, orchestrating scoring drives and making key connections with Godwin and Mike Evans. The Bucs' defense also played a crucial role, with three takeaways that kept them in the game. Overall, Mayfield's performance and the team's resilience were praised by coach Todd Bowles and the defense.
- Baker Mayfield made a crucial completion to Chris Godwin on a third-and-10 play to seal the game against the Vikings.
- Chris Godwin downplayed his role on the play, praising Mayfield's throw and the team's execution.
- Mayfield threw two touchdown passes and overcame a slow start to find his rhythm in the second half.
- The Bucs' defense forced three turnovers, including a botched quarterback-center exchange, a sack-forced fumble and recovery, and an interception.
- Coach Todd Bowles praised Mayfield's performance and the team's resilience.
- Mayfield's performance was crucial in ending his nine-game losing streak on the road.
- The Bucs were considered underdogs with a 33% chance to win by ESPN Analytics.
- The victory marked the Bucs' first game in the post-Tom Brady era.
- The Bucs' defense played a crucial role in keeping them in the game until the offense found their rhythm.
- The team rallied around Mayfield and embraced his leadership.