PREMIUM
Tampa Bay -3.5 over New Orleans
(NFL) Buccaneers (TB) vs. Saints (NO),
Point Spread: -3.50 | -108.00 Buccaneers (TB) (Away)
Result: Win
Point Spread: -3.50 | -108.00 Buccaneers (TB) (Away)
Result: Win
Quarterback advantage: The Saints will be starting Spencer Rattler due to Derek Carr's injury. This gives Tampa Bay a significant edge with the more experienced Baker Mayfield at quarterback.
Offensive production: The Buccaneers rank 10th in points scored (25.4 per game) and have been efficient on offense. In contrast, the Saints have struggled offensively in recent weeks, scoring 13 or fewer points in two of their last three games.
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Saints' offensive decline: After a hot start, New Orleans has lost three straight games, and their offense has cooled significantly. This trend favors Tampa Bay covering the spread.
Buccaneers' passing attack: Tampa Bay has been effective through the air, with Baker Mayfield throwing for 1,164 yards and 11 touchdowns1. They could exploit the Saints' pass defense.
Offensive production: The Buccaneers rank 10th in points scored (25.4 per game) and have been efficient on offense. In contrast, the Saints have struggled offensively in recent weeks, scoring 13 or fewer points in two of their last three games.
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Saints' offensive decline: After a hot start, New Orleans has lost three straight games, and their offense has cooled significantly. This trend favors Tampa Bay covering the spread.
Buccaneers' passing attack: Tampa Bay has been effective through the air, with Baker Mayfield throwing for 1,164 yards and 11 touchdowns1. They could exploit the Saints' pass defense.
