The Bucs are back in first in the NFC South and trying to win a sprint to the finish line for a fifth straight playoff berth, and the outcomes of multiple games this weekend could help their cause

The Buccaneers have shown an ability to bounce back from rough moments in recent games, with Baker Mayfield leading the way, and that could be crucial down the stretch

The Buccaneers will take on star quarterback Justin Herbert and an aggressive Los Angeles defense that is allowing the fewest points in the NFL when they visit the West Coast this weekend

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the month of December

Reporter Casey Phillips sits down with Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles after Week 14's win against the Las Vegas Raiders. They discuss the importance of having S Tykee Smith back in the lineup, keeping guys prepared all year long and the team's determination to win every ball game.

Team Reporter Casey Phillips, Senior Writer & Editor Scott Smith and Staff Writer/Reporter Bri Dix talk about all the latest Bucs news in this week's edition of Bucs Insider. The team discusses WR Jalen McMillan's big day, the versatility of the Bucs' secondary and the important game against the Chargers.

View pictures from Tampa Bay Buccaneers practice on Thursday, 12/12/2024.

View images of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' matchups throughout the years vs. the Los Angeles Chargers

In a game with playoff implications in both conferences, the Buccaneers will head to the West Coast in Week 15 to face Justin Herbert, Khalil Mack and the 8-5 Los Angeles Chargers

The Buccaneers will travel to take on the Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Week 15

A look at Wednesday's injury report ahead of the Week 15 matchup 

Lavonte David led the Buccaneers' defense against the Raiders with a sack and a fumble recovery; at 34, David continues to defy age stereotypes with game-shifting production

Jeff and Scott discuss the Bucs' resurgent running game, rookie Jalen McMillan stepping up, oyster harvesting and much more, then read a lot of fan emails

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke to the media following Wednesday's Week 15 practice. QB Mayfield discussed the challenges the Chargers present, why the run game is flourishing and bringing their 'A-game' the last four weeks of the regular season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke to the media following Wednesday's Week 15 practice. HC Bowles discussed the team's preparation for Los Angeles, the wide receivers stepping up and battling through adversity

Hear from Tampa Bay Buccaneers NT Vita Vea, S Tykee Smith and G Ben Bredeson as they speak to the media following Wednesday's Week 15 practice.

View photos of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders from the Raiders vs. Bucs' Week 14 game on December 8, 2024.

Via Bucs Total Access, Buccaneers' stalwart left tackle Tristan Wirfs discusses the new standard of success on the ground and the synergy at the line of scrimmage amongst the offensive line

Ninth-year LB Deion Jones will join his third NFC South team after signing to Tampa Bay's practice squad amid a rash of injuries to that position

The Buccaneers recaptured the top spot in the NFC South in Week 14 and now truly control their own playoff destiny, but there's a long way to go before a postseason spot is clinched and some other seeding issues to consider