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Spencer Rattler's First Career TD Leads Saints' 27-24 Comeback Over Buccaneers

Oct 13, 2024, 06:16 PM

In a thrilling NFL game, the New Orleans Saints overcame a 17-0 deficit to take the lead against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler threw his first career touchdown pass, connecting with Bub Means, who also scored his first NFL touchdown. Rashid Shaheed contributed significantly with a punt return touchdown, and Paulson Adebo intercepted a pass from Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, setting up another score. Despite a strong start by the Buccaneers, including a 36-yard touchdown catch-and-run by Sean Tucker, the Saints rallied to lead 27-24 before halftime. The game featured multiple lead changes and high-scoring action, with Alvin Kamara adding a touchdown run for the Saints. Rattler completed 10 of 13 passes for 137 yards and a 135.7 passer rating, leading the Saints with 20 unanswered points.