TAMPA, Fla. -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense, not the offense, had its players' names announced on the PA at Raymond James Stadium Sunday, and rightfully so. In fact, that group deserved not only a grand introduction, but a standing ovation for their performance. The Bucs defense shut down the New Orleans Saints' league-best offense, limiting them to three field goals and no touchdowns to win 16-11.
The Bucs' win elevates them to 8-5, allowing them to keep pace with NFC South front-runner Atlanta Falcons and keeps their position in the Wild Card race. It also extends their win streak to five games -- the first time since 2002 where they've won five straight.