Coming into the NFL’s Week 5 games, a frequent topic of conversation revolved around the noticeable number of high scoring games that has been on display. At first it seemed to be a result of a shortened preseason but after Week 3 that argument went out the window pretty quickly. By the time most of Week 5’s games were completed, some commentators suggested that the spate of 30+ games were the result of the new way referees have been calling games this season. Whatever it turns out to be, Week 5 continued the high scoring trend.

Prior to the weekend games, we listed the Top 10 Defensive teams first by yards per game (YDS/G) and the by points allowed per game (PTS/G). We’ve compiled total yards allowed and whether the team won or lost.

Of the ten teams, two outperformed their average yards allowed per game – Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Chicago Bears. The Bucs and Bears played each other in a close game that saw Chicago pip Tampa Bay 20-19. That made the Brady’s Bucs the only team to outperform while also losing the game.

If we look at the points allowed per game, a familiar story takes shape.

Once again, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers drew the short end of the stick while also putting in a solid defensive effort.

In conclusion, sucks to be the Bucs this week.