Buccaneers Defeat Raiders 28-13 to Lead NFC South

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured their spot at the top of the NFC South with a 28-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, marking their third consecutive win and improving their record to 7-6. Quarterback Baker Mayfield threw three touchdown passes, including two to rookie Jalen McMillan, but also committed three turnovers, which kept the Raiders in the game. The Bucs capitalized on the Falcons' loss to the Vikings, who fell to 6-7, putting Tampa in a favorable position as they control their playoff destiny. Injuries plagued both teams, with Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell carted off with a leg injury, further complicating Las Vegas' struggles as they extended their losing streak to nine games. With a favorable schedule ahead, the Buccaneers face crucial matchups against the Los Angeles Chargers and Dallas Cowboys, needing to maintain their momentum to clinch the division title. The team's resilience and ability to win despite a shaky performance were highlighted by Mayfield, who emphasized the importance of victories in the league.