Buccaneers beat Cowboys for first win despite coach's injury scare

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 16:07 · Archive

Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured their first win of the season with a 24-16 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 24-16 on Thursday Night Football, securing their first win of the season. The victory came after the team's 0-4 start had put coach Todd Bowles under significant pressure.

Moments after Alex Anzalone intercepted a pass from Dak Prescott with just over one minute remaining, Bowles was shown on camera grimacing and on one knee. Fans expressed concern for his health, but ESPN's Jenna Laine clarified that Bowles had been struck in the stomach by a player's helmet during the celebration around Anzalone's interception. Bowles confirmed after the game that he was okay.

The Buccaneers displayed strong performance across the field. Running back Bucky Irving rushed for 165 yards and two touchdowns, including a 72-yard run that set up a crucial score. Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels, making his second career start, threw a touchdown pass to Irving in the first half and finished with 19 completions from 25 attempts for 189 yards without a turnover. Tampa Bay accumulated 241 rushing yards overall, whilst the defence limited Dallas' offensive opportunities until a 99-yard touchdown drive late in the game.

How it is being reported

• Todd Bowles health scare leaves him grimacing on sidelines in worrying ‘Thursday Night Football’ sceneTodd Bowles is said to be in good health after a camera angle panned to him on “Thursday Night Football” in a scary pose. After Alex Anzalone’s game-winning interception to seal a shocking 24-16 victory over the Cowboys, the Buccaneers head coach dropped down to a single knee holding what appeared to be his chest....New York Post · 9 Oct, 15:35
• Bucs coach Todd Bowles left doubled over in pain after watching team secure first win of the season against the CowboysFans watching the game were concerned for Bowles' health, especially given he has been under serious pressure in recent weeks after the team's 0-4 start to the new season.Daily Mail Sport · 9 Oct, 13:34

In this story: Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Dallas Cowboys · Todd Bowles · Jalon Daniels · Alex Anzalone · Bucky Irving · Dak Prescott

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