Buccaneers Defeat Saints 51-27 in New Orleans

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints 51-27 in a high-scoring game that showcased the resilience of both teams. Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield threw for 325 yards and four touchdowns, while rookie Spencer Rattler struggled in his first NFL start for the Saints, finishing with two interceptions and one touchdown pass. Despite an early 17-point lead by the Buccaneers, the Saints rallied to score 27 points in the second quarter, with notable contributions from Rashid Shaheed and Alvin Kamara. However, the Buccaneers regained control in the second half, highlighted by Chris Godwin's two touchdowns, including a pivotal 55-yard catch-and-run. The win marked the second most points scored in Buccaneers history, improving their record to 4-2, while the Saints fell to 2-4, marking their fourth consecutive loss. The game served as a morale boost for Tampa Bay fans affected by Hurricane Milton earlier in the week.