Bucs' Defense Falters in Fourth Quarter, Lose to Bills 44-32

In a high-scoring affair last Sunday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were unable to protect their fourth-quarter lead, falling to the Buffalo Bills 44-32. The Bucs had managed to take the ball away from Bills QB Josh Allen three times during the game, but were unable to capitalize on those takeaways.

Leading 32-31 with just over 13 minutes remaining, the Bucs' defense faltered, allowing the Bills to score on back-to-back touchdown drives of 86 and 70 yards. This surge pushed the Bills to a comfortable 44-32 victory, leaving Bucs head coach Todd Bowles frustrated with his team's inability to get off the field.

"You score 32 points, you're supposed to win the game," Bowles said after the game. The Bucs' defense struggled to contain the dynamic Allen, who threw for three touchdowns and ran for three more, creating numerous big plays throughout the afternoon. Bowles acknowledged that the breakdowns were a result of various factors, including coverage issues and struggles to get pressure on the quarterback.

The loss was the Bucs' third in their last four games, but they still hold a half-game lead in the NFC South division. As they prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12, Bowles expressed confidence that his team is in a "good place mentally" and will work to fix the issues that plagued them against the Bills.