What happened: Tampa Bay leads the NFL with 163.9 rushing yards per game through Week 9. The Buffalo Bills rank second at 146.6 yards, followed by the Chicago Bears at 142.0 yards. The Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs are tied for fourth at 137.8 yards per game.
Why it matters: The ground attack has anchored Tampa Bay's offense, including a November victory where the Buccaneers won without completing a pass. Tampa Bay is also the first team since 1985 to record at least 1,000 rushing yards and 17 takeaways across a five-game span.
By the numbers: Tampa Bay rushing metrics since Week 5: 5.5 yards per carry (1st), 27 explosive runs (1st), 84.1 rushing grade (2nd), 75.8 run-blocking grade (2nd).
What to watch: Tampa Bay looks to maintain its league-leading ground pace into the second half of the season following a 27-24 loss to Chicago.