Buccaneers’ Pass Defense Draws League-Leading Marks

Tampa was reported tied for the league lead in EPA per pass allowed and had 12 interceptions through eight weeks. Through nine games, the team has 1,475 rushing yards and 1,277 net passing yards, the NFL’s only such rushing-over-passing imbalance; the offense remains under scrutiny, including a Nov. 12 midseason C grade and questions about Mayfield’s usage. Egbuka has 278 yards on 31 catches; proposed ways to feature him are commentary, while Bowles is reviewing the offense.