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NFL Wild Card: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (10-8) at Detroit Lions (13-5)
By Sam Batz
When: Sunday, January 21st at 3:00 PM EST
Where: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
Watch On: NBC
Matchup: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Detroit Lions
The NFL Playoffs continue on Sunday with a Divisional Round matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Detroit Lions. The Lions are having the organization’s best season in recent memory, as Detroit is riding high on the back of their first playoff win in 32 years. Tampa Bay refuses to quit though, winning 6 of their last 7, which includes last week’s rout of the Philadelphia Eagles. The two sides met back in week 6 of the regular season, and the Lions won easily, taking down the Buccaneers 20-6 in Tampa, but week 6 was a long time ago. The Buccaneers proved last week they deserve to be here, but the Lions are backed by a city that’s waited 32 years for their shot at a Super Bowl.
Detroit is currently 6.5 point favorites over Tampa Bay, but both teams believe they have what it takes to reach the Conference Championship. Below you’ll find our Buccaneers vs. Lions predictions, including: stats, scores, and betting advice on everything from the moneyline to player props. We’ll help you navigate the odds and provide helpful betting tips so that you walk away with a great payout in this Divisional Round matchup.
Buccaneers vs. Lions Odds
Team | Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
Tampa Bay Buccaneers | +6.5 (-110) | Ov 48.5 (-110) | +235 |
Detroit Lions | -6.5 (-110) | Un 48.5 (-110) | -292 |
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Buccaneers vs. Lions Odds Breakdown
If you take the Buccaneers Moneyline (+235): You can bet $100 to profit $235, for a total payout of $335, if the Buccaneers win.
If you take the Buccaneers to Cover the +6.5 Point Spread (-110): You can risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Buccaneers win the game, or lose by fewer than 6.5 points.
If you take the Lions Moneyline (-292): You can risk $292 to win $100, for a total payout of $392, if the Lions win.
If you take the Lions to Cover the -6.5 Point Spread (-110): You can risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Lions win the game by at least 6.5 points.
If you take the Over on the 48.5 point total (-110): You can risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Buccaneers and Lions combine for more than 48.5 total points.
If you take the Under on the 48.5 point total (-110): You can risk $110 to win $100, for a total payout of $210, if the Buccaneers and Lions combine for fewer than 48.5 total points.
Buccaneers vs. Lions Betting Trends
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- 12-6 ATS this season
- 8-1 ATS on the road
- 11-11-1 ATS in the Playoffs All-Time
- 6-12 O/U record this season
- 4-5 O/U record on the road
- 6-13 O/U record in the Playoffs All-Time
- 5-6 as UNDERDOGS this season
- 4-4 as UNDERDOGS on the road
Detroit Lions
- 12-6 ATS this season
- 5-4 ATS at home
- 4-9 ATS in the Playoffs All-Time
- 11-7 O/U record this season
- 6-3 O/U record at home
- 5-6 O/U record in the Playoffs All-Time
- 11-3 as FAVORITES
- 6-2 as FAVORITES at home
Buccaneers vs. Lions: Player Prop
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions WR; Prop Bet: O/U 92.5 receiving yards
Prediction: Over (-115)
The Sun God of Detroit had himself another stellar season. St. Brown led the Lions receiving corps with 164 targets, 119 receptions, and 1,515 yards (94.7 yards per game). Last week against the Rams Amon-Ra was once again the top pass catcher, recording 110 yards on 7 receptions. He didn’t score, but he did secure the game winning catch that earned Detroit their first playoff win in 32 years. Needless to say, Amon-Ra St. Brown is invaluable to the Lions, and will be a key piece to their game plan against Tampa Bay.
Buccaneers vs. Lions Game Predictions
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers looked impressive in their Wild Card win over the Eagles, which I have to admit surprised me, but I’m still not convinced the Bucs have what it takes to go the distance. I’m going with the Detroit Lions to reach the Conference Championship. Detroit is on a mission, and there’s no way they lose this one in front of their fervent fan base. The Lions went 6-2 at home, averaging 30.5 points per game during the regular season. The Buccaneers went 5-4 on the road, averaging 23.0 points per game, and based on those numbers, the Lions take the win and cover the spread.
Detroit is the better team, plain and simple. In the Wild Card, the Bucs beat the rapidly collapsing Eagles, while the Lions took down the red-hot Rams. Detroit had the tougher test, and they got it done. Against Tampa, it’ll be up to QB Jared Goff, as the Bucs have a great run defense, but struggle against the pass, allowing 248.9 yards per game. Back in week 6, Goff recorded a whopping 353 passing yards against Tampa’s generous secondary, and this Sunday, I’m expecting another heroic performance from the Lions quarterback.
Moneyline Pick: Detroit Lions (-292)
ATS Pick: Detroit Lions (-6.5)
O/U Pick: Over (48.5)
Score: Buccaneers 23; Lions 31
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