Buccaneers Lose Overtime Thriller to Falcons

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a disappointing overtime loss to the Atlanta Falcons, allowing quarterback Kirk Cousins to set a franchise record with 509 passing yards. Despite leading 27-24 with just under two minutes left, a crucial interception by linebacker Lavonte David was followed by a series of offensive mistakes that prevented the Bucs from sealing the game. Tackle Tristan Wirfs expressed frustration in the locker room, stating, 'We had an opportunity to close it out, and we didn’t,' and described the team's performance as 'sh—ting down our legs.' The loss dropped the Buccaneers to a 3-2 record, while the Falcons now lead the NFC South with the same record due to the head-to-head tiebreaker. Coach Todd Bowles emphasized the need for the team to finish games better and prepare for their next matchup against the Saints. The Buccaneers will have a chance to avenge their loss when they face the Falcons again later this month.