Jalon Daniels continues to prove he belongs on the Buccaneers roster
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers improved to 2-0 in the preseason Saturday night with a 16-15 comeback win over the Kansas City Chiefs, and rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels once again made his case for a roster spot. After Tampa Bay was held scoreless in the first half, Daniels helped provide the spark. The undrafted rookie out […]
Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a 16-15 comeback victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday night, extending their preseason record to 2-0. The game-changing performance came from rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels, who has proven yet again that he belongs on the Buccaneers roster.
After being held scoreless in the opening half, Daniels emerged as the driving force behind the Buccaneers' resurgence. Utilizing his skills, the undrafted athlete orchestrated three scoring drives, culminating in a crucial two-yard touchdown pass to tight end Ko Kieft in the third quarter. This touchdown showcased Daniels' ability to make key plays in critical moments.
Building upon this momentum, Tampa Bay managed to add another score with a 46-yard field goal from B.T. Potter. The Buccaneers cemented their lead when Sean Tucker sprinted in for a one-yard touchdown run, sealing the 16-15 victory.
Daniels' performance in this preseason game echoes his impressive start last week against the Jets. He completed 10 of 15 passes for 111 yards and orchestrated two second-half touchdown drives, including a one-yard rushing score. This rookie quarterback's growing contributions have given Tampa Bay plenty to consider as roster decisions loom, further solidifying Daniels' role in the team's success.
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