The Buccaneers' defense is generating pressure at a rapid pace in 2025 from all three levels. Todd Bowles has wreaked havoc on opposing offenses, providing a variety of exotic looks from fire zones, with various guys dropping, to disguised coverages. Outside linebacker Yaya Diaby leads the Bucs with 4.0 sacks, igniting the attack this season.

The Bucs have totaled 15 sacks in the last three matchups and Tampa Bay has five games this season with multiple takeaways - the most-such games in the NFL this season. The team's four games with multiple takeaways and 3.0-plus sacks are also the most in the NFL.

On the season, the Bucs' defense is tied for first in defensive touchdowns (two), tied for fourth in tackles for loss (50), tied for third in strip sacks (three), tied for eighth in sacks (

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