Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats

Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats from September 28, 2025, tell the story of a game that was much closer than Philadelphia’s early advantage suggested. The Eagles defeated the Buccaneers 31-25, improving to 4-0 while Tampa Bay fell to 3-1. Philadelphia built a strong first-half lead, Tampa Bay produced a major second-half response, and the final result came down to the Eagles protecting their advantage through a scoreless fourth quarter.

The box score provides several different ways to understand this matchup. Jalen Hurts was efficient enough through the air while adding 62 rushing yards. Saquon Barkley handled the largest rushing workload for Philadelphia and scored once on the ground. Dallas Goedert became one of the most important players in the passing game with four receptions, 37 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

For Tampa Bay, Baker Mayfield produced considerably more passing yardage than Hurts, finishing with 289 yards and two touchdown passes. The Buccaneers also averaged 4.0 yards per rushing attempt compared with Philadelphia’s 2.8. Yet Tampa Bay’s offensive production did not translate into a win because Philadelphia established a significant early scoring advantage and created a crucial turnover difference.

This is what makes Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats particularly useful. Looking only at the final score misses the contrast between Philadelphia’s efficiency and Tampa Bay’s explosive second-half offense. Looking only at passing yards also misses the importance of turnovers, rushing touchdowns, defensive plays and field-position contributions.

Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats

The September 28 matchup finished with Philadelphia ahead 31-25. The Eagles scored 14 points in the first quarter, added another 10 in the second and seven in the third before being held scoreless in the fourth.

Tampa Bay had a very different scoring pattern. The Buccaneers managed only three points in each of the first two quarters, then scored 14 in the third and five in the fourth.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Philadelphia Eagles	14	10	7	0	31
Tampa Bay Buccaneers	3	3	14	5	25

That quarter-by-quarter split is one of the clearest indicators of how the game developed.

Philadelphia scored 24 points before halftime and added seven more in the third quarter. Tampa Bay did not reach 24 points until its fourth-quarter push was already underway.

The Eagles therefore had to withstand a late comeback rather than chase the game from behind.

Final Score and Game Context

The Eagles entered the game with a 3-0 record and moved to 4-0 after the victory. Their away record improved to 2-0.

Tampa Bay entered at 3-0 and dropped to 3-1, with a 1-1 home record.

The six-point final margin makes the game look relatively even, but the scoring distribution tells a different story.

Philadelphia’s 31 points were concentrated heavily in the opening three quarters. Tampa Bay’s 25 points were concentrated in the second half.

That difference matters when evaluating player performance. A quarterback or receiver can accumulate strong statistics while his team spends much of the first half trying to recover from an early deficit.

The Eagles avoided that problem by establishing control early.

Jalen Hurts Passing Performance

Jalen Hurts completed 15 of 24 passes for 130 yards. He averaged 5.4 yards per attempt and threw two touchdown passes without an interception.

His official passing line was:

Statistic	Jalen Hurts
Completions	15
Attempts	24
Passing Yards	130
Average	5.4
Touchdowns	2
Interceptions	0
Sacks	2
Sack Yards Lost	18
QBR	52.8
Passer Rating	104.5

The most important part of Hurts’ passing performance is not the raw yardage total. His 130 passing yards were modest compared with Mayfield’s 289, but Hurts protected the football and converted his opportunities into two touchdown passes.

He also finished with a 104.5 passer rating.

This is a useful reminder that quarterback evaluation cannot rely on passing yards alone. Hurts attempted 24 passes and completed 15, while Tampa Bay’s quarterback attempted 40 passes.

Philadelphia did not need Hurts to throw 40 times to build a winning score.

Baker Mayfield’s Passing Numbers

Baker Mayfield finished 22 of 40 for 289 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception.

Statistic	Baker Mayfield
Completions	22
Attempts	40
Passing Yards	289
Average	7.2
Touchdowns	2
Interceptions	1
Sacks	2
Sack Yards Lost	17
QBR	21.9
Passer Rating	84.3

Mayfield’s 289 passing yards were more than double Hurts’ total. He also averaged 7.2 yards per attempt compared with Hurts’ 5.4.

At the surface level, that might suggest a clear statistical advantage for Tampa Bay’s quarterback.

The final score demonstrates why that conclusion would be incomplete.

Mayfield threw one interception, while Hurts did not throw one. Tampa Bay also lost a fumble, while Philadelphia lost none. Those turnover details gave the Eagles an important advantage even though Tampa Bay generated more passing production.

Mayfield’s numbers were especially influenced by the Buccaneers’ second-half comeback attempt. The team needed to throw frequently after falling behind early, which contributed to his 40 attempts.

Jalen Hurts as a Rusher

Hurts was also Philadelphia’s leading rusher by yardage.

He carried the ball nine times for 62 yards, averaging 6.9 yards per carry. His longest run was 29 yards.

Statistic	Jalen Hurts
Carries	9
Rushing Yards	62
Average	6.9
Touchdowns	0
Long Run	29

The 29-yard run was especially important because it gave Philadelphia a major chunk of rushing production from its quarterback.

Hurts’ rushing contribution helped compensate for a Philadelphia ground game that averaged only 2.8 yards per carry as a team.

His 62 yards represented a large share of Philadelphia’s 88 rushing yards.

Saquon Barkley’s Rushing Contribution

Saquon Barkley received the largest rushing workload for Philadelphia.

He finished with 19 carries for 43 yards and one touchdown. His longest run was 10 yards.

Statistic	Saquon Barkley
Carries	19
Rushing Yards	43
Average	2.3
Touchdowns	1
Long Run	10

Barkley’s 19 carries accounted for more than half of Philadelphia’s team rushing attempts.

However, the efficiency was relatively low at 2.3 yards per carry.

This is an important distinction when examining running back statistics. Workload and efficiency measure different things.

Barkley was clearly trusted with repeated carries, but Tampa Bay limited his average gain. Philadelphia compensated through Hurts’ rushing production, receiving touchdowns and overall scoring efficiency.

Philadelphia’s Other Rushing Numbers

AJ Dillon carried three times for 17 yards, averaging 5.7 yards per carry. His longest run went for 11 yards.

Braden Mann recorded one rushing attempt for negative 34 yards. That unusual figure heavily affected Philadelphia’s team rushing average.

Philadelphia finished with:

• 32 rushing attempts
• 88 rushing yards
• 2.8 yards per carry
• 1 rushing touchdown
• 29-yard longest run

The team total should therefore be interpreted carefully.

Hurts produced 62 rushing yards on his own, while Barkley contributed 43. Those two players combined for 105 rushing yards, but the team total was only 88 because of the negative 34-yard rushing play credited to Mann.

That single play substantially changes the interpretation of the team rushing statistics.

Tampa Bay’s Rushing Attack

Tampa Bay produced better rushing efficiency than Philadelphia.

The Buccaneers recorded 26 carries for 104 yards, averaging 4.0 yards per carry with no rushing touchdowns.

Bucky Irving led the team with 15 carries for 63 yards.

Tampa Bay Rusher	Carries	Yards	Average	TD	Long
Bucky Irving	15	63	4.2	0	15
Rachaad White	6	17	2.8	0	5
Baker Mayfield	2	13	6.5	0	7
Sterling Shepard	1	6	6.0	0	6
Tez Johnson	1	5	5.0	0	5
Emeka Egbuka	1	0	0.0	0	0

Bucky Irving was the most productive Tampa Bay runner by volume and yardage.

His 63 rushing yards represented more than half of Tampa Bay’s total rushing output.

Baker Mayfield also contributed 13 rushing yards on two attempts, giving the Buccaneers another source of rushing efficiency.

Still, Tampa Bay did not score a rushing touchdown.

That became significant because Philadelphia’s offense converted its scoring opportunities into four passing or rushing touchdowns, including Barkley’s rushing touchdown and Goedert’s two receiving scores.

Bucky Irving’s Explosive Receiving Performance

Bucky Irving was not only Tampa Bay’s leading rusher. He also produced one of the most explosive receiving performances of the game.

Irving caught five passes for 102 yards and one touchdown. His longest reception went for 72 yards.

Statistic	Bucky Irving
Receptions	5
Receiving Yards	102
Average	20.4
Touchdown Receptions	1
Long Reception	72

His 102 receiving yards were remarkable considering he also handled 15 rushing attempts.

Irving therefore finished with meaningful production in both phases of Tampa Bay’s offense.

The 72-yard reception was particularly important because it shows how quickly Tampa Bay could create explosive plays despite spending much of the game behind on the scoreboard.

Emeka Egbuka’s Receiving Impact

Emeka Egbuka also generated a major explosive play.

He recorded four receptions for 101 yards and one touchdown, averaging 25.3 yards per reception.

His longest catch traveled 77 yards.

Statistic	Emeka Egbuka
Receptions	4
Receiving Yards	101
Average	25.3
Touchdowns	1
Long Reception	77

Egbuka’s 101 receiving yards were only one yard behind Irving’s 102.

The two players combined for 203 receiving yards, accounting for the overwhelming majority of Tampa Bay’s 289 receiving yards.

Their production explains how the Buccaneers were able to mount such a strong comeback after scoring only six points in the first half.

Tampa Bay’s Receiving Production

The Buccaneers finished with 22 receptions for 289 yards and two touchdowns on 39 targets.

Player	Receptions	Yards	Average	TD	Long
Bucky Irving	5	102	20.4	1	72
Emeka Egbuka	4	101	25.3	1	77
Rachaad White	4	29	7.3	0	12
Chris Godwin Jr.	3	26	8.7	0	11
Sterling Shepard	2	14	7.0	0	8
Cade Otton	3	9	3.0	0	6
Tez Johnson	1	8	8.0	0	8

The distribution is striking.

Irving and Egbuka alone combined for 203 yards on nine receptions.

That means two players generated more than 70 percent of Tampa Bay’s receiving yardage.

This type of concentration is valuable when examining how an offense creates explosive plays. Tampa Bay did not rely on steady production from every receiver. Instead, two players generated huge gains that dramatically increased the team’s total yardage.

Dallas Goedert Leads Philadelphia’s Scoring Production

Dallas Goedert was Philadelphia’s most productive receiver by touchdown production.

He caught four passes for 37 yards and two touchdowns.

Statistic	Dallas Goedert
Receptions	4
Receiving Yards	37
Average	9.3
Touchdowns	2
Long Reception	22

Goedert’s 37 receiving yards were not the highest on the Eagles, but his two touchdowns made his contribution especially valuable.

Philadelphia’s passing attack was spread among several players rather than relying on one receiver for most of its yardage.

Saquon Barkley as a Receiver

Barkley also contributed significantly as a receiver.

He caught four passes for 31 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per reception. His longest catch covered 15 yards.

That gave Barkley 74 combined rushing and receiving yards.

His dual role is important because Philadelphia used him as both a ball carrier and a passing option.

Although his 2.3 rushing average was modest, his receiving contribution added another dimension to his overall offensive workload.

DeVonta Smith and the Philadelphia Passing Game

DeVonta Smith caught two passes for 29 yards.

His average was 14.5 yards per reception, and his longest catch went for 20 yards.

Grant Calcaterra recorded one reception for 16 yards, while John Metchie III caught two passes for 10 yards.

A.J. Brown had two receptions for seven yards.

Will Shipley was targeted but did not record a reception.

Philadelphia finished with:

• 15 receptions
• 130 receiving yards
• 8.7 yards per reception
• 2 receiving touchdowns
• 24 total targets
• 22-yard longest reception

The numbers reveal a passing game that was not particularly large in volume or yardage but was productive enough to support the Eagles’ scoring output.

Comparing the Quarterbacks

One of the most interesting elements of Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats is the contrast between the two quarterbacks.

Category	Jalen Hurts	Baker Mayfield
Completions	15	22
Attempts	24	40
Passing Yards	130	289
Average	5.4	7.2
Passing TDs	2	2
Interceptions	0	1
Sacks	2	2
QBR	52.8	21.9
Passer Rating	104.5	84.3

Mayfield had the clear advantage in passing volume and yardage.

Hurts had the advantage in touchdown-to-interception efficiency and passer rating.

The game therefore provides a strong example of why box score evaluation should be contextual.

The quarterback with more passing yards did not win.

The quarterback with fewer passing attempts did.

Turnovers Were a Major Difference

Philadelphia recorded two team fumbles but did not lose either one.

Tampa Bay also recorded two fumbles, but one was lost.

Team	Fumbles	Lost	Recovered
Philadelphia	2	0	2
Tampa Bay	2	1	1

Jalen Hurts had one fumble that was not lost. Cam Jurgens also recorded a fumble that Philadelphia recovered.

Bucky Irving lost one fumble for Tampa Bay, while Baker Mayfield recorded a fumble that was not lost.

Philadelphia also recorded the game’s only interception through Jihaad Campbell.

That gives the Eagles a clear turnover advantage.

They finished with one interception and no lost fumbles, while Tampa Bay had one interception thrown and one lost fumble.

Jihaad Campbell’s Defensive Interception

Jihaad Campbell recorded Philadelphia’s only interception.

The interception resulted in zero return yards and no touchdown, but it still represented an important defensive event because Tampa Bay did not record an interception.

Philadelphia’s defense finished with:

• 70 total tackles
• 47 solo tackles
• 2 sacks
• 4 tackles for loss
• 13 passes defended
• 1 quarterback hit
• 1 defensive touchdown
• 1 interception

The defensive touchdown is especially notable in the supplied data because Tampa Bay’s defense recorded no defensive touchdown.

Comparing the Defenses

The defensive statistics were relatively close in several categories.

Defensive Category	Eagles	Buccaneers
Total Tackles	70	61
Solo Tackles	47	45
Sacks	2	2
Tackles for Loss	4	11
Passes Defended	13	5
QB Hits	1	3
Defensive TDs	1	0

Tampa Bay recorded 11 tackles for loss compared with Philadelphia’s four.

The Buccaneers also produced three quarterback hits compared with one for Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, however, had considerably more passes defended.

The Eagles recorded 13 passes defended, compared with five for Tampa Bay.

That difference suggests a defense that was active in limiting or disrupting passing opportunities even though Mayfield ultimately produced 289 passing yards.

Special Teams and Field Position

Special teams can easily disappear from a basic game recap, but the numbers provide additional context.

Philadelphia returned five kickoffs for 148 yards, averaging 29.6 yards per return. The longest was 39 yards.

Tampa Bay returned five kickoffs for 96 yards, averaging 19.2 yards per return.

Team	Kick Returns	Yards	Average	Long
Philadelphia	5	148	29.6	39
Tampa Bay	5	96	19.2	21

Philadelphia therefore gained 52 more kickoff return yards despite having the same number of returns.

That difference can contribute to field position and offensive opportunity.

Punt Return Comparison

Philadelphia recorded one punt return for three yards through Jahan Dotson.

Tampa Bay’s Kameron Johnson recorded six punt returns for 100 yards.

His average was 16.7 yards per return, with a long return of 46 yards.

This was one of Tampa Bay’s strongest special teams statistical areas.

The Buccaneers therefore had an interesting contrast in special teams performance. Their kickoff return numbers were lower than Philadelphia’s, but their punt return production was considerably stronger.

Kicking Performance

Jake Elliott converted his only field-goal attempt for Philadelphia.

He also made all four extra-point attempts.

Kicker	FG	XP	Points	Long FG
Jake Elliott	1/1	4/4	7	39
Chase McLaughlin	3/3	2/2	11	65

Chase McLaughlin was perfect on three field-goal attempts for Tampa Bay.

His longest field goal was 65 yards.

Elliott’s longest successful field goal was 39 yards.

The kicking numbers show that Tampa Bay converted more field goals, while Philadelphia’s seven kicking points included four successful extra points.

Punting Statistics

Philadelphia punted seven times for 363 yards.

Braden Mann averaged 51.9 yards per punt, with a long of 63 yards. Two punts were placed inside the 20-yard line.

Tampa Bay punted three times for 110 yards.

Riley Dixon averaged 36.7 yards, with a long of 52 yards.

Team	Punts	Yards	Average	Inside 20	Long
Philadelphia	7	363	51.9	2	63
Tampa Bay	3	110	36.7	0	52

Philadelphia’s seven punts indicate that the offense experienced several drives that ended without points.

Yet the Eagles had already built enough of a lead to survive those stalled possessions.

Tampa Bay’s three punts reflected a game in which the Buccaneers frequently moved the ball, particularly during their second-half comeback.

Why the First Half Mattered So Much

The most important statistical story may be Philadelphia’s 24-6 halftime advantage.

The Eagles scored 14 points in the opening quarter and another 10 in the second.

Tampa Bay scored only three points in each of those quarters.

That 18-point halftime difference created the foundation for the final result.

The Buccaneers then scored 14 points in the third quarter, cutting into the deficit.

Philadelphia answered with seven points in the third.

In the fourth quarter, Tampa Bay added five while Philadelphia scored none.

The late scoring pattern shows Tampa Bay finishing much stronger than it started.

However, the Eagles had created enough separation before halftime.

Explosive Plays Defined Tampa Bay’s Comeback

The Buccaneers’ receiving numbers show why their offense was capable of closing the gap.

Bucky Irving had a 72-yard reception.

Emeka Egbuka had a 77-yard reception.

Those two plays alone generated 149 receiving yards.

That is more than half of Tampa Bay’s total receiving yardage of 289.

It demonstrates how explosive plays can reshape a box score very quickly.

Tampa Bay did not need dozens of successful completions to create substantial yardage. A small number of long gains accounted for a huge percentage of the offense.

Philadelphia Won Without Dominating Total Passing Yardage

Philadelphia’s offensive approach was different.

Hurts threw for only 130 yards.

The Eagles did not produce a massive passing total, and their team rushing average was just 2.8 yards per carry.

Yet they scored 31 points.

That combination suggests that the Eagles were highly effective at converting their offensive opportunities into points.

Dallas Goedert’s two receiving touchdowns were especially valuable.

Barkley’s rushing touchdown added another scoring method.

Philadelphia also benefited from Hurts’ ability to produce 62 rushing yards, including a 29-yard run.

The Importance of Efficiency Over Volume

The quarterback comparison is perhaps the clearest example of efficiency versus volume.

Mayfield:

• 40 attempts
• 289 yards
• 2 touchdowns
• 1 interception
• 84.3 passer rating

Hurts:

• 24 attempts
• 130 yards
• 2 touchdowns
• 0 interceptions
• 104.5 passer rating

Mayfield generated 159 more passing yards.

Hurts had 16 fewer attempts.

The Eagles did not require their quarterback to match Tampa Bay’s passing volume because they had already established control.

For anyone studying player statistics, this is an important lesson. A high-volume statistical line does not automatically mean that a player performed better in the context of the game.

A Closer Look at Team Receiving Efficiency

Philadelphia completed 15 receptions for 130 yards on 24 targets.

Tampa Bay completed 22 receptions for 289 yards on 39 targets.

The contrast is significant.

Philadelphia averaged 8.7 yards per reception.

Tampa Bay averaged 13.1.

The Buccaneers were therefore considerably more explosive through the passing game.

But Philadelphia scored 31 points despite producing less receiving yardage.

That reinforces the importance of touchdown production and game situation when interpreting receiving statistics.

Philadelphia’s Offensive Distribution

The Eagles did not depend on one player to produce all of their offensive yardage.

Their receiving production was spread across several players:

• Dallas Goedert: 37 yards and 2 touchdowns
• Saquon Barkley: 31 yards
• DeVonta Smith: 29 yards
• Grant Calcaterra: 16 yards
• John Metchie III: 10 yards
• A.J. Brown: 7 yards

Goedert was the only Philadelphia receiver with multiple touchdowns.

Barkley provided value as both a runner and receiver.

Hurts added another 62 rushing yards.

This combination gave Philadelphia several ways to generate offense even without a large passing total.

Tampa Bay’s Offensive Concentration

Tampa Bay was more concentrated around its two explosive receiving performers.

Irving produced 102 receiving yards.

Egbuka produced 101.

Together, they generated 203 of the Buccaneers’ 289 receiving yards.

That means the two players accounted for approximately 70 percent of Tampa Bay’s receiving yardage.

This concentration explains both the Buccaneers’ explosive comeback and one of the potential weaknesses in their offensive statistical profile.

When two players account for such a large percentage of receiving production, their success can have an outsized influence on the entire offense.

What the Box Score Says About the Game

The complete statistical picture produces several clear conclusions.

First, Tampa Bay moved the ball effectively through the passing game.

Second, Philadelphia was more efficient in converting its offensive opportunities into points.

Third, turnovers favored Philadelphia.

Fourth, Tampa Bay’s second-half offense was dramatically more productive than its first-half offense.

Fifth, Philadelphia’s special teams produced better kickoff return numbers.

Sixth, Tampa Bay’s punt return game was a major source of field-position production.

Seventh, Dallas Goedert’s two touchdowns were a critical part of Philadelphia’s scoring efficiency.

Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats: Key Takeaways

Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Match Player Stats show that the final 31-25 score cannot be understood through one category.

The most important takeaways are:

1. Philadelphia won 31-25. The Eagles improved to 4-0 while Tampa Bay moved to 3-1.
2. The Eagles dominated the first half. Philadelphia led 24-6 at halftime based on the quarter scoring data.
3. Tampa Bay mounted a major comeback. The Buccaneers scored 14 points in the third quarter and five in the fourth.
4. Baker Mayfield produced more passing yardage. He threw for 289 yards compared with Hurts’ 130.
5. Hurts was more efficient by passer rating. His rating was 104.5 compared with Mayfield’s 84.3.
6. Turnovers favored Philadelphia. The Eagles had one interception and no lost fumbles, while Tampa Bay had one interception and one lost fumble.
7. Dallas Goedert was Philadelphia’s top touchdown producer. He caught four passes for 37 yards and two touchdowns.
8. Bucky Irving and Emeka Egbuka drove Tampa Bay’s explosive receiving attack. They combined for 203 receiving yards.
9. Tampa Bay rushed more efficiently. The Buccaneers averaged 4.0 yards per carry compared with Philadelphia’s 2.8.
10. Philadelphia generated better kickoff return yardage. The Eagles averaged 29.6 yards per kickoff return compared with Tampa Bay’s 19.2.

How to Read Player Stats From a Close NFL Game

A useful approach is to examine player statistics in layers rather than focusing on one headline number.

Start With the Score

The final score establishes the basic outcome.

Philadelphia won by six points.

Examine Scoring Distribution

The quarter-by-quarter breakdown reveals when each team performed best.

Philadelphia’s advantage was created early.

Tampa Bay’s strongest period came after halftime.

Compare Offensive Volume

Mayfield had 40 passing attempts.

Hurts had 24.

That difference explains some of the gap in passing yardage.

Examine Efficiency

Hurts averaged 5.4 yards per pass attempt and recorded a 104.5 passer rating.

Mayfield averaged 7.2 yards per attempt and recorded an 84.3 rating.

No single efficiency statistic tells the whole story, but these numbers add context.

Check Turnovers

Philadelphia’s defense recorded one interception.

Tampa Bay recorded none.

Philadelphia also avoided losing either of its two fumbles.

Tampa Bay lost one fumble.

Look for Explosive Plays

Tampa Bay’s receiving game featured receptions of 72 and 77 yards.

Those plays significantly influenced the team’s total offensive yardage.

Finish With Special Teams

Kick returns, punt returns, kicking and punting can explain hidden field-position advantages that do not appear in basic offensive statistics.

Why Raw Yardage Can Be Misleading

A common mistake when reading NFL box scores is assuming that the team with more yards must have played the better game.

This matchup demonstrates why that approach can fail.

Tampa Bay’s passing game produced 289 yards.

Philadelphia’s passing game produced 130.

Tampa Bay also averaged more yards per rushing attempt.

Yet Philadelphia scored 31 points and won the game.

The explanation lies in timing, touchdowns, turnovers and the distribution of production.

Tampa Bay’s offensive yardage was especially valuable during the comeback period, but Philadelphia’s early scoring created a deficit that proved too large to completely erase.

The Role of Game Script

Game script can influence player statistics substantially.

A team that falls behind may throw more frequently.

That can increase quarterback attempts, completions and passing yards.

The resulting box score can make the losing quarterback appear statistically stronger than the winning quarterback.

That is exactly the kind of context that should be considered when evaluating Mayfield’s 289 passing yards against Hurts’ 130.

Mayfield needed 40 attempts.

Hurts needed 24.

The Eagles were playing with a lead for much of the game, while Tampa Bay had to spend the second half trying to reduce the deficit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Eagles vs Buccaneers game on September 28, 2025?

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-25 on September 28, 2025.

What were Jalen Hurts’ stats against Tampa Bay?

Jalen Hurts completed 15 of 24 passes for 130 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. He also rushed nine times for 62 yards.

How many passing yards did Baker Mayfield have?

Baker Mayfield completed 22 of 40 passes for 289 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.

Who was Philadelphia’s leading receiver?

Dallas Goedert led Philadelphia in receiving touchdowns with two. He caught four passes for 37 yards.

Who had the most receiving yards for Tampa Bay?

Bucky Irving led Tampa Bay with 102 receiving yards on five receptions. Emeka Egbuka followed with 101 yards.

Which team had more rushing yards?

Tampa Bay had more team rushing yards, finishing with 104 yards on 26 attempts. Philadelphia had 88 rushing yards on 32 attempts.

Conclusion

The September 28, 2025 matchup between Philadelphia and Tampa Bay was a strong example of why NFL player statistics need context.

Philadelphia won 31-25 after building a 24-6 halftime advantage. Jalen Hurts produced 130 passing yards, two touchdown passes and no interceptions while adding 62 rushing yards. Saquon Barkley carried 19 times and scored a rushing touchdown, while Dallas Goedert supplied two receiving touchdowns.

Tampa Bay generated considerably more passing yardage. Baker Mayfield threw for 289 yards and two touchdowns, while Bucky Irving and Emeka Egbuka each surpassed 100 receiving yards. Irving also added 63 rushing yards.

Despite that offensive production, Tampa Bay’s early deficit proved decisive. The Buccaneers’ second-half comeback made the final score competitive, but Philadelphia’s first-half performance provided enough separation to secure the victory.

The turnover numbers also favored the Eagles. Philadelphia recorded an interception and lost no fumbles, while Tampa Bay had an interception and one lost fumble.

Ultimately, the statistics show two very different offensive stories. Tampa Bay generated explosive yardage and a powerful comeback. Philadelphia generated enough scoring efficiency early, protected the football better and maintained its advantage through the final whistle.

That combination explains why the final score alone does not fully capture the story of this game.