- The Lions are 5.5-point home favourites. The total is 52.5 points.
- The Buccaneers are likely to be without rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka as he’s battling a hamstring injury.
- The Lions are 4-2 while the Buccaneers are 5-1.
In one of two games on Monday Night Football in Week 7, the Detroit Lions are hosting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Looking over the NFL odds for Super Bowl 60, the Lions are ahead of the Buccaneers — they’re +750 while the Buccaneers are +1800 at the BetMGM sportsbook, where football online betting is available.
Below, I’ll predict and examine this game.
Buccaneers vs. Lions Odds
- Buccaneers spread: +5.5 (-110)
- Lions spread: -5.5 (-110)
- Buccaneers moneyline: +200
- Lions moneyline: -250
- Total: 52.5 (-110/-110)
Buccaneers vs. Lions Predictions & Best Bets
Heading into this game, the Buccaneers and Lions both have lengthy injury reports.
The Buccaneers’ offence is banged up, with wide receivers Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin, and Mike Evans on the injury report.
While Evans is expected to make his return from a hamstring injury, Godwin is doubtful, and Egbuka, a candidate for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award, is expected to miss time due to a hamstring injury of his own, as he didn’t practice Thursday.
Evans’ return will help offset the absences of Godwin and Egbuka to an extent.
As for the Lions, it’s a mix of both sides of the ball, including defensive backs Terrion Arnold and Avonte Maddox, defensive lineman Marcus Davenport, and guard Miles Frazier.
Although both teams are dealing with injuries, these are also two of the best teams in the NFL.
The Lions (4-2) are currently second in points per game at 31.8, while the Buccaneers (5-1) are sixth at 27.5.
However, one key stat that stands out is that the Lions run the ball 48.75% of the time (fourth-most) while the Buccaneers allow just 88.2 rushing yards per game (fifth-fewest).
Considering both injury reports and how the Buccaneers have performed against the run this season, I predict they’ll keep it close enough to cover at +5.5.
What’s the All-Time Head-to-Head Record Between the Buccaneers and Lions?
The all-time head-to-head record between the Lions and Buccaneers is 33-30, favouring Detroit.
What’s the Head-to-Head Record Between the Buccaneers and Lions in the Playoffs?
The head-to-head record between the Lions and Buccaneers in the playoffs is 1-1. Detroit lost to Tampa Bay in 1997, and Tampa Bay lost to Detroit in 2024.
What’s the Longest Winning Streak Between the Buccaneers and Lions?
The longest winning streak between the Lions and the Buccaneers is five games. The Lions won five matchups between 1994 and 1996.
When Was the Last Game Between the Buccaneers and Lions?
The Lions and Buccaneers last played on Sept. 15, 2024. Detroit lost to Tampa Bay 20-16.
What’s the Largest Margin of Victory Between the Buccaneers and Lions?
The largest margin of victory between the Lions and Buccaneers is 40 points. Tampa Bay beat Detroit on Dec. 26, 2020, 47-7.
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