Josh Allen’s Six Touchdowns Propel Bills to 44-32 Win Over Bucs
The Buffalo Bills emerged victorious against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a final score of 44-32, primarily due to the exceptional performance of quarterback Josh Allen. With a total of six touchdowns, Allen showcased his dual-threat capability and solidified his standing as one of the league’s premier quarterbacks.
Josh Allen’s Stellar Performance
Josh Allen demonstrated his skill with three rushing touchdowns and three passing touchdowns. This performance marks a significant achievement, as he tied Cam Newton’s record for the most games with both a passing and rushing touchdown in regular season history, reaching 75 such games.
Game Highlights
- Final Score: Bills 44, Buccaneers 32
- Josh Allen: 19 completions on 30 attempts for 317 yards, 3 TDs, and 2 interceptions
- Josh Allen’s rushing stats: 6 carries for 40 yards and 3 touchdowns
- Sean Tucker (Bucs): 19 carries for 106 yards and 2 touchdowns
- Baker Mayfield (Bucs): 16 completions on 28 attempts for 173 yards, 1 TD, and 1 interception
Game Dynamics
The match saw several lead changes, with the Buccaneers taking the lead at 26-21 and later at 32-31 in the second half. However, Allen scored a crucial 5-yard touchdown that put the Bills back in front with 9:06 left on the clock. Following a punt from the Bucs on fourth-and-2, Allen took full advantage, finishing the game with a 9-yard rushing touchdown that further secured the Bills’ victory.
Turnovers and Running Game
Despite the win, the Bills struggled with turnovers, recording three during the game. One notable miscue was a muffed punt return by Mecole Hardman, which allowed the Buccaneers to remain competitive. Tampa Bay’s running game was effective throughout the match, with Tucker leading the Bucs’ efforts.
As the Bills improve their record to 7-3, they prepare for a quick turnaround with a game against the Houston Texans on Thursday night. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers are set to face the Los Angeles Rams next Sunday night.
