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Bucs Snatch Victory from Seahawks in Thrilling Finale
6 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Bucs intercept Seahawks QB in final minute to set up game-winning field goal
- Quarterbacks Mayfield and Darnold combine for 720 passing yards
- Ohio State receivers Egbuka and Smith-Njigba star in the game
On October 6th, 2025, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers pulled off a dramatic 38-35 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in a high-scoring NFL clash. With just 58 seconds remaining, Bucs linebacker Lavonte David intercepted Seahawks QB Sam Darnold, setting up a game-winning 39-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin as time expired.
The game featured a duel between two quarterbacks who have revived their careers after struggling with the teams that drafted them. Bucs QB Baker Mayfield finished 29-of-33 for 379 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Darnold threw for 341 yards, 4 TDs, and the crucial late interception.
The game's standout performers were the Ohio State receivers. Tampa Bay's Emeka Egbuka had 7 catches for 163 yards and a score, while Seattle's Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught 8 passes for 132 yards and a touchdown. Bucs running back Rachaad White also had two rushing TDs in the victory.
The Seahawks rallied from a 13-0 deficit to take a 35-28 lead in the fourth quarter, but Mayfield led a late touchdown drive to tie the game before the Bucs defense made the decisive play to secure the win.
