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Efficient Quarterbacking and Stingy Defense | By the Numbers, Week Six

The Buccaneers are among the NFL's leaders in yards allowed and time of possession, and they displayed a robust rushing attack in their breakthrough win over Dallas in Week Five

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 2:15 PM
Efficient Quarterbacking and Stingy Defense | By the Numbers, Week Six
Key Things to Know
  • Tampa Bay prepares for Week Six against Pittsburgh following a 24-16 breakthrough win over Dallas.
  • Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels completed 19 of 25 passes without an interception in his first career NFL win.
  • Running back Bucky Irving led the ground game with 175 yards and two touchdowns against the Cowboys.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare to host Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week Six following a 24-16 victory against the Dallas Cowboys. Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels completed 19 of 25 passes for a touchdown and no interceptions in his first career win, while running back Bucky Irving contributed 175 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

Tampa Bay enters the matchup relying on efficient offensive execution and strong defense, holding the NFL's fourth-best time of possession. Cornerback Zyon McCollum allowed zero receptions on 42 coverage snaps against Dallas, though Tampa Bay's offensive line must now counter Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt, who has recorded 4.5 sacks this season.

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