Detroit — In a season filled with lows, this was rock bottom.
After falling behind 40 points early in the third quarter, the Detroit Lions did just enough to stave off the worst loss in franchise history. But that was the only consolation in the 47-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday.
Quarterback Tom Brady, playing in his 300th career game, was nearly flawless in the opening half before giving way to backup Blaine Gabbert to start the third quarter. Brady completed 22 of his 27 passes for 348 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions as Tampa Bay built a 34-0 lead at the break.