When it comes to how each team structures its lineup, both Tampa Bay and Atlanta have taken different routes to put together exciting lineups. The Falcons have a younger team as they work on rebuilding from the ground up. By bringing back veteran quarterback Tom Brady and bringing in Julio Jones, the Buccaneers went with the aging superstar route.
Anyone betting on the Buccaneers vs. Falcons moneyline can see so far in the 2022 NFL season, both teams sporting identical records. While NFL team stats show a lot can change over the course of a season, this is an important early-season matchup for both teams.
Tampa Bay Season Forecast
When Brady decided to return following a month-long retirement, Tampa Bay’s odds skyrocketed. People believed Tampa Bay would be making another strong push at the Super bowl. While the defense has flourished so far, the Buccaneers’ passing game hasn’t looked great.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still a strong contender for the NFC South title and a spot in the playoffs, but it doesn’t appear to be the juggernaut that it was the past few seasons. While Brady doesn’t look like his playing days are over, everyone on the team seems to be out of sync.
The defense, which had played well early, got run over and embarrassed by Kansas City last weekend. The Chiefs punished Tampa Bay’s turnovers and were able to score over 40 points against the Buccaneers.
Moneyline
The Buccaneers are -385 on the moneyline.
Opening Line
The Buccaneers opened as -380 favorites.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
Buccaneers odds show the line hasn’t moved much since opening.
What Make Lose the Bet
If Tampa’s offensive line isn’t clicking, and the Falcons somehow generate pressure.
Spread Line
Tampa Bay is an 8.5-point favorite.
Opening Line
The Buccaneers opened as 8-point favorites.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
Money has been coming in on Tampa Bay to tilt the number in its favor.
What Make Lose the Bet
If Tampa’s offensive line isn’t clicking, and the Falcons somehow generate pressure.
Total
When it comes to the total, the over/under has been set at 48 points.
Opening Line
The line has not moved.
How the Line has Moved and Why
The line hasn’t moved much early in the week.
What Make Loose the Bet
Tampa’s offense struggles and the defense underestimates the Falcons offense.
Tampa Bay Betting Trend to Know
The Buccaneers are 2-2 against the spread this season. The total has gone under the total in three of Tampa Bay’s four games.
Atlanta Falcons Season Forecast
When it comes to looking at this NFL matchup before the season, most people would have known who they likely would have chosen on the Buccaneers vs. Falcons moneyline. However, Atlanta has started to slowly sew some doubt into the minds of people who thought they might stink. Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota has been a pleasant surprise so far.
Of all the Falcons picks from last year’s draft, wide receiver Drake London has caught 18 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns. However, Atlanta has been hit by the NFL injury report. Cordarrelle Patterson, who leads the team in rushing with 340 yards, was placed on the IR with a knee injury.
Atalanta’s defense has struggled, ranking 25th in points allowed, giving up 25.3 points per game. The Falcons have been creative at making splash plays, ranking eighth in the league with seven takeaways.
Moneyline
The Falcons are +295 on the moneyline.
Opening Line
Atlanta opened as +260 underdogs.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The Falcons announcing Patterson’s injuries seems to have weakened confidence that Atlanta could spring an upset.
What Make Lose the Bet
Tampa’s defense is too much to overcome.
Spread
Atlanta is an 8.5-point underdog.
Opening Line
The Buccaneers opened as 8-point favorites.
How the Line has Moved and Why
Money has been coming in on Tampa Bay to tilt the number in its favor.
What Make Lose the Bet
Tampa’s offense is rolling, while their defense is too much to handle.
Total
When it comes to the total, the over/under has been set at 48 points.
Opening Line
The line has not moved.
How the Line has Moved and Why
The line hasn’t moved much early in the week.
What Make Loose the Bet
Tampa’s offense struggles and the defense underestimates the Falcons offense.
Atlanta Betting Trend to Know
The Atlanta Falcons are 4-0 against the spread this season. In Atlanta’s four games, the score has gone over the total.
Most Profitable Players of this Matchup to Bet On
Staying away from Buccaneers vs. Falcons moneyline bets and looking at player props, London has had a strong season thus far this year. Expect the first-year player to get a few more looks with Patterson out of the lineup.
Brady and the Buccaneers’ offense went toe-to-toe with Kansas City last Sunday. Expect the veteran quarterback to throw a few touchdown passes in what could turn out to be a back-and-forth affair.
Tom Brady
Drake London
Mike Evans
Prop line odds were unavailable at the time of publication.
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