Buccaneers Rookies Propel Team to Dominant Win Over Panthers
Tampa Bay's young players deliver standout performances in a 48-14 victory, keeping playoff hopes alive.
- Rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan scored two touchdowns, extending his streak to four consecutive games with a touchdown, tying for the fourth-longest streak by a rookie in NFL history.
- Running back Bucky Irving contributed 113 rushing yards and 77 receiving yards, playing a pivotal role in setting up two touchdowns.
- Tight end Devin Culp recorded the first receptions of his career, catching three passes for 52 yards in the victory.
- The Buccaneers' improved rushing game, led by rookie center Graham Barton, totaled 202 yards, highlighting a major turnaround from previous seasons.
- Rookie linebacker Chris Braswell recorded one of the team's five sacks, helping stifle Panthers quarterback Bryce Young and secure the dominant win.