Bucs Rookie TE Cade Otton, Who Lost His Mom Earlier This Season, Gets Emotional After Catching Game-Winning TD Pass From Tom Brady: “She’d Be So Proud of Me”

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Feb 7, 2021; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy: Reuters
The Los Angeles Rams and the Bucs, two recent Super Bowl champions, battled in a crucial game. With both teams having an unexpectedly tough season, victory was essential. Much to the delight of the fans, Cade Otton emerged as an unexpected hero when his team needed him the most.
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The rookie tight end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers came through at the final moment and delivered fans with a teeth-clenching, last-minute play that saved the day.
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With all the wide receivers in tow, Tom Brady and the Bucs stepped up their offensive game. In only his seventh football game, Cade Otton became the Buccaneers’ saving grace after catching a game-winning touchdown pass from Tom Brady
Cade Otton gets emotional
During the game, the announcer referred to Otton as ‘Baby Gronk.’ It did seem like Otton was Brady’s favourite target in the fourth quarter of the game. The tight end managed a 28-yard pass during the Bucs’ final possession and topped it off with a single-yard game-winning touchdown.

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After the game, Otton, who lost his mother last year, shared an emotional message.
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He said, “Obviously, I miss my mom and think about her right away. I know she’d be so proud of me and just so happy.”

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This was Otton’s first touchdown, and looking at his connection with Brady, it may not be the last.
Fans react to Otton’s touchdown
The Bucs‘ victory sent fans into a tizzy. Many took to Twitter to congratulate the rookie on a stellar performance.
One fan said that Otton is easy to root for.
This man is very easy to root for
— bkgrime (@bkgrime) November 7, 2022
Another fan echoes the same thoughts.
Plays smart, hard, and has a ton of talent. Will be around for a long time. Easy to be a fan of.
— Kevin (@kdonosaurus) November 7, 2022
Another fan shows support.
That’s Awesome, Great job Cade, you Mom is smiling down on ya 🙏🏼
— Life is Short, Enjoy it. (@IamThejuju12) November 7, 2022
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Fans were heart warmed by Otton’s emotional dedication and showered him with wishes and support.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers came very close to earning their fourth consecutive loss. The last-minute save from Tom Brady and Cade Otton ensured that they scraped through as victors.
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The Bucs will hope to elevate their offensive resurgence when they take on the Seattle Seahawks in Germany.
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Edited By: Hitesh Nigam
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