Buccaneers Edge Jets 29-27 After Dramatic Fourth-Quarter Comeback

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a narrow 29-27 victory over the New York Jets, extending their unbeaten start to 3-0 while the Jets fell to 0-3 in the 2025 NFL season. Despite trailing by 17 points entering the fourth quarter, the Jets mounted a dramatic comeback, highlighted by a blocked 43-yard field goal by Will McDonald IV, which he returned 50 yards for a touchdown, giving the Jets a late 27-26 lead. However, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield led a decisive 48-yard scoring drive culminating in a 36-yard game-winning field goal by Chase McLaughlin as time expired. The Jets struggled in the first half, especially with Tyrod Taylor filling in for an injured Justin Fields, but showed resilience in the second half, forcing the Buccaneers to work hard to secure the win. Buccaneers' defense also contributed, including an interception return touchdown by Jamel Dean and significant pressure causing sacks and a forced fumble. Despite the loss, Jets coach Aaron Glenn praised his team's fight and mentality, although critical errors and execution issues persisted.