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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are getting a huge spark from an unexpected source in outside linebacker Anthony Nelson. In his first start of the season, Nelson has been everywhere forcing a fumble, recording a sack, and even taking an interception to the end zone.

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Baker Mayfield uses 2 incredible words to describe 6-2 Buccaneers

The Buccaneers are rolling.

Todd Bowles News / Sporting News / October 26

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles reveals 1 thing team needs 'more than anybody'

The Buccaneers need it more than most.

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The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 26

Buccaneers' defense leads the way against lowly Saints

Anthony Nelson returned an interception for a touchdown, the Tampa Bay defense forced three more turnovers, Chase McLaughlin made three field goals of 50-plus yards and the visiting Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints 23-3 on Sunday.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

Buccaneers cruise to 23-3 win in New Orleans

The Buccaneers are missing several key offensive pieces due to injuries, so they leaned on their defense in New Orleans on Sunday. Anthony Nelson returned an interception for a touchdown in the first half and the Bucs forced four total turnovers en route to a 23-3 win.

Anthony Nelson News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

Bucs up 7-0 after Anthony Nelson interception return for a touchdown

The Buccaneers offense couldn't score on four plays from the Saints' 1-yard line, but the defense made up for it. Edge rusher Anthony Nelson batted a Spencer Rattler pass into the air and then picked it off for a four-yard touchdown return.

Rachaad White News / Sporting News / October 26

Rachaad White injury update: Latest news on Bucs RB's status in Week 7 game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White may have suffered an injury in the first quarter of the Week 8 game against the New Orleans Saints. Here's the latest injury updates on White.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 26

Predicted Stat Line for Buccaneers’ OLB Yaya Diaby vs New Orleans

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are licking their wounds after a tough Monday night loss. Now they go on the road again, this week to play the New Orleans Saints in a divisional rivalry.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Baker Mayfield News / Athlon Sports / October 25

NFL Announces Final Decision on Baker Mayfield Incident

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw their two-game winning streak snapped in Week 7, falling to 5-2 after a 24-9 loss to Jared Goff and the

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / October 25

Buccaneers’ three biggest concerns for the rest of the season

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have battled through a tough stretch to start the 2025 season, and while there’s still time to turn things around, a few glaring issues stand out.

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Anthony Nelson News / PewterReport.com / October 25

Anthony Nelson Has A History Of Making Impact Plays For The Bucs

The Bucs are no strangers to having their depth challenged, especially throughout the first seven weeks of the 2025 season. Come Sunday afternoon in New Orleans, it’ll be challenged again, this time at outside linebacker as Anthony Nelson steps in for the injured Haason Reddick.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / October 23

Mayfield challenges Bucs to 'fill the shoes' after Evans injury

Baker Mayfield challenges Buccaneers to 'fill the shoes' after devastating Mike Evans injury

Evans suffered a broken clavicle and a concussion during Tampa Bay's 24-9 defeat at the Detroit Lions that dropped the Buccaneers to 5-2 this past Monday.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield hints at dirty play from Saints ahead of Week 8 matchup

Will Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield work out contract extension during Week 9 bye?

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