There will be playoff implications in Tampa Bay on Sunday afternoon, as the buccaneers looking to win the NFC South to qualify for the playoffs.
Before the match kicked off, a minute of silence was observed for the Bucs’ opponent, the New Orleans Saintsas they play their first match since the deadly terrorist attack in the early hours of New Year’s Eve on Bourbon Street.
Fox Sports captured the dark moment during its television broadcast, without any interruptions or cuts.
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New Orleans Saints head coach Darren Rizzi during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game at Raymond James Stadium. (Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images)
“Earlier this week, our nation experienced a horrific act of violence and a heartbreaking tragedy in New Orleans. Our hearts go out to the New Orleans community, including the courageous first responders,” the spokesperson said. speech of the Bucs over the speakers at Raymond James Stadium. “At this time, please stand and join us in a moment of silent reflection in memory of the victims, their families and loved ones.”
The Saints sideline saw the entire team hold hands and bow their heads, which the Buccaneers and everyone in the stands did as well.
The non-stop moment continued with the national anthem, as Fox Sports showed scenes from both sides, the crowds and the general patriotism seen in Tampa Bay.
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS DONATE $1 MILLION TO RELIEF FOLLOWING TERRORIST ATTACK NEAR STADIUM
The Saints were obviously hit hard by the terrorist attack, but the team announced in a joint statement with the NBA New Orleans Pelicansthat one of the victims was a member of their video production team with ASM New Orleans.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler runs the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. (Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images)
Matthew Tenedorio, who the Saints said was a “young and talented” member of the video production team, was killed in Shamsud-Din Jabbar’s senseless act of violence.
The Saints have pledged to donate $1 million to relief efforts for victims of the terrorist attack in the French Quarter, where 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured. The act of terror occurred less than two miles from Caesars Superdome, where the Saints host their home games.
“Our community has experienced an unimaginable tragedy and our collective hearts are broken as we mourn the victims and survivors of the New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in New Orleans,” Saints owner Gayle Benson said in a statement. press release. “As a league, our cities and teams compete at the highest levels of competition and share spirited rivalries. Our teams and players work tirelessly to achieve our goals and we share in wins and losses.
Midfielder with the New Orleans Saints logo at Caesars Superdome. (Stephen Lew-USA Today Sports)
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“However, through football, we are also united and we stand arm in arm against all forms of hatred. We will overcome terror and fear with unwavering determination and purpose rooted in love, compassion and kindness has always been our goal to provide help quickly and efficiently, and we are grateful for the collaboration with the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) and United Way to ensure these funds reach those who need them most.
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