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Raiders vs. Buccaneers Live Game Thread

The Las Vegas Raiders head to Tampa Bay looking to end their eight-game losing streak against the Buccaneers.
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Sep 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; a view of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo at midfield before a game against the Washington Commanders at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Sep 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; a view of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo at midfield before a game against the Washington Commanders at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Las Vegas Raiders

TAMPA BAY, Flor. -- The Las Vegas Raiders will make another East Coast trip, this time to Tampa Bay. The Raiders will face the Buccaneers in Week 14. The Raiders head into Tampa Bay with a 2-10 record. The Buccaneers are 6-6 and looking to stay alive in the NFC South.

The Raiders will be looking to snap their eight-game losing streak and get a win for the first time since Week 4. Both teams head into the game with key injuries. Nevertheless, it is always a great battle when these two teams face off. It will be no different on Sunday.

Remember the rule of five. If the Las Vegas Raiders win that key statistical battle, the game is over. For those who don't remember it, it has to do with sacks and turnovers. If the Raiders have three sacks and give -up two, that means they are plus one. If they then get four turnovers and give up only one, that means they are plus three. That would give them a plus-four for the day. They want to get to a plus-five ratio every game. Teams that reach the rule of five scenarios win 91 percent of their NFL games on average.

The Raiders are playing for pride and jobs now. The Raiders have shown fight all season and will again in Tampa Bay. Coaches are coaching for their jobs and players are playing for spots on teams and contracts. Still a lot to play for if you are on the Raiders roster.

It will only be the 12th time these franchises face off. The Raiders lead the all-time series 7-4. But the Buccaneers won the most important matchup when they defeated the Raiders in Super Bowl XXXV in 2003.

The Raiders will look to keep the offense rolling. Since interim offensive coordinator Scott Turner has taken over, the offense has played better. Quarterback Aidan O'Connell is looking to have another great performance.

The Raiders defense will be ready to play. When you are on the road, your defense and run game have to travel. The Raiders also need to take care of the ball on the road. These things will factor in whether the Raiders leave Tampa Bay with a win.

Be sure to follow along with our live game thread throughout the contest.

START OF THE FIRST QUARTER:

PENALTY: Holding on the Bucs.

PENALTY: Offsides on Raiders.

SCORING UPDATE No. 1: Bucs 15-yard passing touchdown. Bucs lead 7-0.

SACK: Bucs sack Aidan O'Connell.

PENALTY: Illegal use of hands on Bucs. Illegal block above the waist on Raiders. Offsetting penalties.

SCORING UPDATE No. 2: Bucs 5-yard touchdown pass. Bucs lead 14-0.

PENALTY: Illegal blindside block on Raiders.

END OF FIRST QUARTER: Bucs lead 14-0.

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START OF SECOND QUARTER

TURNOVER: Raiders K'Lavon Chaisson with an INT.

TURNOVER: Raiders O'Connell fumbles the snap. Bucs recovered.

TURNOVER: Raiders LB Amari Burney forces fumble and Raiders recovered.

CHALLENGE: Raiders challenge is unsuccessful and lose their first timeout of the half.

PENALTY: Pass interference on the Bucs

SCORING UPDATE No. 3: O'Connell 1-yard rushing touchdown. Bucs lead 14-7.

SACK: Adam Butler with the sack for the Raiders.

PENALTY: False start by Bucs.

SCORING UPDATE No 4: Daniel Carlson 25-yard FG. Bucs lead 14-10.

PENALTY: Offsides on Raiders.

PENALTY: Offensive holding on the Bucs.

SACK: Raiders Darney Holmes with the sack.

TWO-MINUTE WARNING

TIMEOUT: Bucs use their first timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Raiders take their second timeout of the half.

PENALTY: Defensive pass interference by Raiders.

TURNOVER: Jack Jones with an INT for the Raiders.

END OF THE FIRST HALF. Bucs lead 14-10.

The first half was a tale of two quarters. The Bucs came out on fire to open the game, taking a quick 14-point lead. In the second quarter, the Raiders defense came alive. Forcing three turnovers and weathering the storm. The Raiders defense is giving the offense life going into the second half.

The Raiders get the ball to start the second half

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START OF THE THIRD QUARTER:

PENALTY: Illegal Shift by the Raiders.

TURNOVER: Bucs with an INT.

PENALTY: False start by the Bucs.

PENALTY: Offensive holding on the Bucs.

END OF THE THIRD QUARTER: Bucs leads 14-10.

START OF THE FOURTH QUARTER:

SCORING UPDATE No. 5: Bucs 3-yard rushing touchdown. Bucs lead 21-10.

SCORING UPDATE No. 6: Daniel Carlson 27-yard field goal. Bucs lead 21-13.

TIMEOUT: Raider use their first timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Raider use their second timeout of the half.

TIMEOUT: Raider use their final timeout of the half.

SCORING UPDATE No. 7: Bucs 29-yard passing touchdown. Bucs lead 28-13

FINAL: Bucs win 28-13.

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MICHAEL CANELO

Michael Canel is a breaking news beat writer for various team sites across the On SI platform, focusing on both college and professional sports. A graduate of Fresno State University, he has transformed his passion for sports into a career, covering the latest breaking news with years of expertise and the enthusiasm of a devoted fan.

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