The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched a decisive 24-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 17 of the 2026 season, solidifying their playoff positioning. With just one game left in the regular season, the Buccaneers showcased their dominance as they look toward a postseason run. Quarterback Baker Mayfield was instrumental for Tampa Bay, throwing for 262 yards and two touchdowns, effectively leading the offense. His connection with Ted Hurst III was particularly lethal, as Hurst racked up 117 receiving yards, making critical catches to keep drives alive. On the ground, the Rams' Blake Corum managed 70 rushing yards, but it was not enough to spark any significant momentum for his team. Defensively, the Buccaneers were relentless, with Keionte Scott leading the way with three total tackles. Calijah Kancey made his presence felt with a crucial sack that disrupted the Rams' rhythm at key moments. The turning point came in the second quarter when Mayfield connected with Hurst for a touchdown, giving Tampa a commanding lead that the Rams could not overcome.