Tom Brady trolled heavily online after Buccaneers' 3-38 blowout loss to Saints

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady cut a frustrating figure on Sunday night as his side were trounced by the New Orleans Saints. Both teams entered Sunday's game on the back of some impressive performances in the recent weeks. The Saints dominance was on full show right from the first whistle; they took a 14-0 lead in the first quarter. A solid second quarter followed, which extended New Orleans' lead to 31-0. Saints won the game with a convincing 38-3 score.

Also Read | Small Defensive Miscues Prove Costly In Colts Loss To Ravens

'Tom Brady worst game' was the buzz on social media as fans heavily roasted the 43-year-old quarterback for his horrendous display. The 0-31 deficit at half-time was the first time in his career that Tom Brady trailed by more than 30 points at the midway point. Despite the Bucs' entering the game stocked with attacking options - Antonio Brown made his debut while Chris Godwin returned from injury - Brady struggled massively as he failed to string connect with his passes, throwing for two interceptions in the first half for just 96 yards. 

Meanwhile, Saints QB Drew Brees was ripping apart the Bucs' defence. The fellow veteran threw for three touchdowns and 189 yards.

While the Bucs' performance significantly improved in the second half, Brady's dismal show continued, throwing for another interception, taking his tally to three for the game. This marked the first game since September 2011 that Tom Brady recorded three interceptions in a single game. In the end, the 43-year-old completed 22 of his 38 attempted passes for 209 yards. 

Also Read | Bears' Offense Struggles Yet Again In 24-17 Loss To Titans

Bucs vs Saints live score, highlights

Social media reacts to 'Tom Brady worst game ever' 

Also Read | Tagovailoa, Dolphins Rally For 34-31 Win Over Cardinals

Tom Brady 561? Brees ties with 'Tompa' Brady

Drew Brees also notched a personal milestone as he recorded his 561st touchdown to tie with Tom Brady for most touchdown passes in NFL history. 

The Bucs vs Saints result helped New Orleans extend their recent win streak to five games. They moved to the top of NFC South with a 6-2 record. The Bucs suffered their third loss of the season, (6-3) after Week 9, to drop to second in NFC South. Tampa Bay will take on the Carolina Panthers next Sunday, while the Saints will next host the San Francisco 49ers.

Also Read | Lock, Broncos Run Out Of Time For Another Comeback Bid

(Image Credits: Buccaneers Twitter)