Quarterback Jameis Winston wasted no time putting the minds of Bucs fans at ease regarding his throwing shoulder, moving the ball down the field to start the game. The drive would result in a Patrick Murray 50-yard field goal to put the Bucs on the board first.
The two teams would go on to trade field goals before Bills running back LeSean McCoy became the first to find the end zone in the second quarter on a three-yard touchdown run.
All week the Buccaneers had cited a Buffalo defense who’s calling card was swarming the ball, insinuating turnovers could be a concern.