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Buccaneers leading at halftime

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, one of the best teams of the NFC, visit the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to face the Atlanta Falcons.

The Buccaneers are 8-3 and have a 3-3 record as visitors. Last Week, Tampa triumphed against the Colts at the Lucas Oil Stadium.

With the victory against Indianapolis, the Buccaneers ended a two-game streak of losses as visitors.

3rd 13:56 Falcons cold

Atlanta gets the ball, but can't advance against the Buccaneers defense. Matt Ryan has missed another offensive series to regain the lead on the scoreboard. With second-and-15 to go, the Falcons give possession back to Tampa Bay.

HALFTIME: Buccaneers 20-17 Falcons

2nd 0:22 TOUCHDOWN Marlon Davidson! Buccaneers 20-17 Falcons

Just when it looked like the Buccaneers were in control at the end of the first half, the Falcons responded with a Marlon Davidson interception after a Tom Brady pass. The Atlanta punter runs for 3 yards and a touchdown for the Falcons. An incredible play that surprises the entire Tampa Bay team.

2nd 0:44 Brady against time

With no time on the clock, the Falcons turn the ball over and prevent Tom Brady from having time to go on offense. The Buccaneers quarterback, however, accepts the challenge and goes for the last offensive series of the first half of the game.

2nd 1:00 Atlanta tries again

Matt Ryan lifts the Falcons' spirits and looks for another touchdown before heading into halftime. Atlanta's quarterback, however, has been punished by the Buccaneers' defense. Tajae Sharp tries to back him up, but gains few yards.

2nd 2:23 Atlanta shuts down

The Buccaneers' pressure has taken effect. Matt Ryan loses yards and can't make his offensive series effective. Atlanta's concentration errors have started to pile up. Ryan needs to shake off the Buccaneers' blitz to get going again.

2nd 5:01 TOUCHDOWN Gronkowski! - Buccaneers 20-10 Falcons

How to stop Leonard Fournette? Atlanta has been unable to disable Brady's blitzes, looking for one of their best offensive linemen. Tampa is steadily moving forward. Brady throws to Rob Gronkowski, who runs for 27 yards and scores for Tampa. It is the 103rd touchdown for the two combined.

2nd 6:43 Brady makes magic

Atlanta's defense fires on Tom Brady, but the Buccaneers quarterback finds Mike Evans to advance. Brady is making a complicated game look easy. Leonard Fournette is another deep man for Tampa this afternoon.

2nd 8:41 Younghoe Koo field goal - Buccaneers 13-10 Falcons

Nerves betray Matt Ryan at times. Although Atlanta was in scoring position, the Falcons quarterback was unable to make his offensive series effective. Atlanta settled for the three points with a 21-yard field goal by Younghoe Koo.

2nd 10:41 Mike Davis to the rescue

The Buccaneers break Matt Ryan's protection block and catch it for the second time in the game. The play has been key in stopping the Falcons' drive, which was shaping up to score. However, Mike Davis is once again the spearhead and Atlanta goes for more points.

2nd 13:38 Falcons under pressure

Matt Ryan overcomes the Buccaneers' defensive pressure and moves the chains with help from Russell Gage, his primary receiver. Atlanta does not give up on its game plan and insists on plays through the air. A 29-yard run by Kyle Pitts puts the Falcons close to the target.

1st 0:23 Atlanta pulls down the curtain

Third offensive series by Tom Brady and the Buccaneers. The aggressiveness is the same, but the Falcons are starting to improve defensively. That has caused Tampa to turn the ball over for the first time on the night. A dose of confidence for Matt Ryan.

1st 2:57 Matt Ryan captured

The game is open. The Falcons continue to be up front in their forwards and don't seem to be intimidated by the Buccaneers defense. Matt Ryan drives his corners and moves the chains, but is caught by Ndamukong Suh. Tampa recovers the ball.

1st 4:30 TOUCHDOWN Cameron Brate! Buccaneers 13-7 Falcons

Tom Brady throws a short pass to the right to Cameron Brate for 3 yards to regain the lead for the Buccaneers. Although it looked like a matter of course, Ryan Succop missed the extra point and couldn't propel Tampa. It was a game of thrills and complete offensive series. It's the Falcons' turn.

1st 4:46 Tampa fires back

The Falcons face the challenge of slowing down Tom Brady. The Buccaneers quarterback's first few passes were miscues, but he's found Mike Evans again with long throws. Tampa wastes no time in going for another touchdown.

1st 6:44 TOUCHDOWN Mike Davis! Buccaneers 7-7 Falcons

Mike Davis rushes for 17 yards and touchdown for Atlanta on the first offensive series led by Matt Ryan. A great response from the Falcons after Tampa's touchdown. Looks like an entertaining game for the fans at Mercedes Benz Stadium.

1st 9:53 Atlanta on the charge

The Falcons look to shake off the blow received from the Buccaneers. It's time for Matt Ryan, who moves the chains. A big run by Cordarrelle Patterson for 39 yards puts Atlanta in great scoring position.

1st 9:53 TOUCHDOWN Fournette! Buccaneers 7-0 Falcons

Tampa gives the Falcons no respite and continues to attack their weaknesses. Tom Brady's sack protection has been perfect. Leonard Fournette takes advantage of a gap and catches the quarterback's pass for a touchdown for the Buccaneers on their first offensive.

1st 12:49 Tampa moves the chains

Brady challenges the Buccaneers' fourth-down chance and gets close to the red zone, with Leonard Fournette as an accomplice. Atlanta has trouble second guessing Tampa's offensive plays as Brady warms up his arm and shows confidence in his picks.

1st 13:19 Tom Brady on offense

Buccaneers receive the ball. It's Tom Brady's first shift, and he wastes no time moving the chains into the Atlanta backfield. The Falcons show confusion to mark Tampa's cornerbacks.

NFL COVID suspension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown was suspended for three games for misrepresenting his vaccination status, the NFL announced on Thursday.

Safety Mike Edwards and free agent John Franklin III were also suspended.

Series history

Tampa Bay have won seven out of their last 13 games against Atlanta.

  • Sep 19, 2021 - Tampa Bay 48-25 Atlanta
  • Jan 03, 2021 - Tampa Bay 44-27 Atlanta
  • Dec 20, 2020 - Tampa Bay 31-27 Atlanta
  • Dec 29, 2019 - Atlanta 28-22 Tampa Bay
  • Nov 24, 2019 - Tampa Bay 35-22 Atlanta
  • Dec 30, 2018 - Atlanta 34-32 Tampa Bay
  • Oct 14, 2018 - Atlanta 34-29 Tampa Bay
  • Dec 18, 2017 - Atlanta 24-21 Tampa Bay
  • Nov 26, 2017 - Atlanta 34-20 Tampa Bay
  • Nov 03, 2016 - Atlanta 43-28 Tampa Bay
  • Sep 11, 2016 - Tampa Bay 31-24 Atlanta
  • Dec 06, 2015 - Tampa Bay 23-19 Atlanta
  • Nov 01, 2015 - Tampa Bay 23-20 Atlanta

Falcons inactive players

The Falcons activated edge rusher Steven Means off injured reserve and elevated practice squad running back Qadree Ollison on Saturday, moves that had an impact on who will be available Sunday to play Tampa Bay.

That prompted the Falcons to make both James Vaughters and Wayne Gallman a healthy scratch.

Here is the full Falcons inactives list:

RB Wayne Gallman

DL John Cominksy

OL Josh Andrews

OLB James Vaughters

DL Mike Pennel

DL Jonathan Bullard

Buccaneers inactive players

Tampa Bray unveils inactive roster for game vs. Atlanta

Brady seeking another record

Tom Brady has a dominant record against the Falcons. The Bucs QB has an 8-0 mark facing Atlanta.

If Brady wins tomorrow at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, he will be one of six QBs in all NFL history to achieve a 9-0 record against a single team.

NFL odds and betting lines for Falcons vs. Buccaneers

Buccaneers vs. Falcons spread: Tampa Bay -10.5

Buccaneers vs. Falcons: 50.5 points

Buccaneers vs. Falcons money line: Tampa Bay -550, Atlanta +400

TB: Buccaneers are 1-5 against the spread on the road after covering last week

ATL: Falcons are 0-3 against the spread versus winning teams this season

How To watch

When: Sunday at 1 p.m. ET

Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium -- Atlanta, Georgia

TV: FOX

Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)

Ticket Cost: $90.00

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