Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Cincinnati Bengals Short Report | Aug 10, 2024
Paycor Stadium
Cincinnati, OH
Aug 10, 2024
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Game Recap
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers eked out a nail-biting 17-14 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, as their rejuvenated rushing game shined, highlighted by rookie running back Ramon Jefferson's decisive three-yard touchdown run in the final minute. The Buccaneers had entered the contest at Paycor Stadium with their running scheme under keen scrutiny and left with a compelling showcase of ground gains.
The Bengals, led by Joe Burrow's opening touchdown pass to Tee Higgins, initially struck fast, only to be met head-on by the Buccaneers' Bucky Irving and his five-yard equalizer. A second-quarter stalemate kept fans on the edge, setting the stage for a late-game flurry that saw Cincinnati's Jermaine Burton momentarily place the Bengals ahead with a dazzling 37-yard catch from Logan Woodside. Still, Tampa's offense answered resoundingly through Jefford and his subsequent game-clinching drive guided by the calm hand of John Wolford.
Key Plays:
Tee Higgins (CIN)
With precision and poise, Tee Higgins latched onto a 10-yard throw from Joe Burrow, propelling the Bengals to an early advantage.
Bucky Irving (TB)
Exhibiting excellent vision, Bucky Irving executed a cut-back move to score a 5-yard rushing touchdown that leveled the game.
Chase McLaughlin (TB)
Chase McLaughlin delivered under pressure, nailing a 35-yard field goal to give Tampa Bay a slender lead of 10-7.
Jermaine Burton (CIN)
Jermaine Burton ignited the home crowd with a 37-yard touchdown reception, handing the Bengals a brief lead of 14-10.
Ramon Jefferson (TB)
Breaking left with power, Ramon Jefferson cleared the way for a game-winning 3-yard touchdown, assuring the Buccaneers' triumph.
Standout Players:
Kyle Trask (TB, QB)
Commanding the field for the entire first half, this quarterback directed the Buccaneers' offense with strategic foresight, hitting multiple targets and effectively managing the team's goal-line execution, despite a brief misstep with an interception.
John Wolford (TB, QB)
In the game's decisive moments, his poise under pressure and pinpoint accuracy on short-yardage downs provided the edge needed in Tampa Bay's climactic victory.
Logan Woodside (CIN, QB)
In a showcase of resilience, this playmaker delivered a poised 37-yard scoring strike, nudging the Bengals momentarily into the lead as part of a spirited comeback bid.
Sean Tucker (TB, RB)
With an agile mix of strength and speed, this second-year running back emerged as Tampa Bay's rushing leader, accumulating substantial yardage and advancing the ball proficiently on critical plays.
Jay Person (TB, LB)
This rookie linebacker capped off a commendable stand against Cincinnati's offense, sealing the game's fate with a pivotal stop on fourth-down that highlighted his defensive prowess.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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17
Cincinnati Bengals
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14
