New England's Strong Run Puts Them Ahead in the AFC East

Final Score: Patriots 28 - Buccaneers 23

Game Highlights

• TreVeyon Henderson shines with two touchdowns and a career-high 147 rushing yards.
• Drake Maye throws two touchdown passes, showcasing his offensive prowess.
• Patriots' defense holds strong, stopping the Buccaneers on a crucial fourth-down play.
• Baker Mayfield faces pressure, failing to convert a key fourth-down attempt.

Key Moments

• Buccaneers strike first with a 21-yard TD pass from Mayfield to Egbuka.
• Patriots respond with a 72-yard catch-and-run TD from Maye to Williams.
• Maye connects with Diggs for a 1-yard TD, putting the Patriots ahead in the first half.
• Buccaneers fight back with a 10-yard TD pass from Mayfield to Johnson in the third quarter.
• Patriots' defense secures the win with a fourth-down stop.

Coaching Impact

• First-year coach Mike Vrabel leads the Patriots from a 4-13 season to first place in the AFC East.
• Buccaneers' late-game magic falls short against a resilient Patriots defense.

Notable Absence

• First matchup since Tom Brady's retirement—more fans wear No. 12 Patriots jerseys than Buccaneers.

Upcoming Games

• Patriots host the New York Jets on Thursday night.
• Buccaneers visit the Buffalo Bills next Sunday.

Both teams must address injuries and strategize for their next challenges.