The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to the Detroit Lions, 24-9 at Ford Field. The Lions outgained the Bucs in total yards, 379-251 and Jahmyr Gibbs became the catalyst for Detroit, accumulating 218 yards from scrimmage. Baker Mayfield completed 28 of 50 attempts for 228 yards, one touchdown and an interception. Cade Otton led the Bucs in receiving with seven receptions for 65 yards.
The Lions scored on their opening offensive possession that culminated in a 27-yard touchdown by Amon-Ra St. Brown off a crossing route. The Lions took an early 7-0 lead following the six-play, 69-yard drive. The Buccaneers followed suit with a three-and-out, but the defense created a surge. Yaya Diaby notched a strip sack and Elijah Roberts recovered the football at the Tampa Bay 40-yard line. Tampa Bay was unable