In a tightly contested battle, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers topped the Minnesota Vikings 16-10 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. Both teams were looking to establish momentum early in the season, but it was the Buccaneers who emerged victorious, securing a crucial win at home. Baker Mayfield led the Buccaneers' offense with a solid performance, throwing for 245 yards without any turnovers. Bucky Irving added a powerful ground game with 80 rushing yards, while Emeka Egbuka was a standout in the receiving corps, racking up 115 yards and helping to keep the chains moving throughout the game. Kyler Murray managed to throw a touchdown for the Vikings, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Buccaneers’ offensive efficiency. Defensively, the Buccaneers were impactful, with Rueben Bain Jr. registering a critical sack and Keionte Scott coming up with an interception that shifted the momentum in Tampa Bay's favor. The turning point came late in the third quarter when Scott’s pick halted a promising Vikings drive, allowing the Buccaneers to maintain their lead and ultimately secure the win. The Vikings' defense, led by Blake Cashman’s nine tackles, fought hard but couldn’t contain the Buccaneers when it mattered most.