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Seahawks Down Tampa Bay 40-34 - Match Report

The Seahawks got a 5-TD performance from Russell Wilson as Seattle handed Tampa Bay a 40-34 defeat on Sunday at CenturyLink Field.

Bettors who backed the Seahawks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 51.0.

Russell Wilson completed 29 of 43 pass attempts for 378 yards and 5 TDs for the Seahawks in the win.

Ronald Jones II rushed for 67 yards for Tampa Bay, while Peyton Barber added 15 yards. Jameis Winston threw for 335 yards for the Buccaneers, while receivers Mike Evans and Chris Godwin had 180 and 61 yards respectively.

Tampa Bay lost the offensive yardage battle to Seattle 492-418 yards in Sunday's game. Seattle had more first downs as that total ended up 31-29.

The time of possession battle favored Tampa Bay as their offense was on the field for 35:25, longer than the 28:13 of their opponents.

Seattle heads into a Week 10 battle against the 49ers. Tampa Bay, meanwhile, will have their next action against Arizona.