Week 2 of the NFL preseason is here, and position battles are heating up, and veterans are continuing to dust the rust off so they can be primed for the beginning of the NFL schedule.
While both of these teams have star power throughout their respective rosters, one person, in particular, won’t be in attendance.
Tom Brady is still away from the team dealing with personal issues, so he will be inactive for Week 2 of the preseason. We’ve got you covered when it comes to Titans vs. Buccaneers best bets.
Titans vs. Buccaneers General Information
Both of these teams were at the top of the NFL standings for their respective divisions in the 2021 NFL season. They have experience, depth, and good coaching staff.
Expect quality football in this contest. Kickoff is expected to start around 7:00 PM ET with coverage on NFL Network for this game.
NFL Performance Recap
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, unfortunately, lost their preseason opener to their in-state rivals, the Miami Dolphins. They lost that contest 26-24 at home in Tampa Bay. They are currently 0-1-0 this preseason.
The Tennessee Titans got outlasted in their preseason Week 1 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. They took the loss on the road 23-10. Needless to say, the Titans are happy to be playing back home in Nashville.
Titans vs. Buccaneers Betting Analysis
This Week 2 preseason matchup is a game between two teams that are the favorite NFL picks to win their respective divisions.
They both have high hopes to win their divisions and advance as far as possible in the playoffs. Expect these two coaching staff to wisely use this second week of the preseason.
Buccaneers Analysis
The Bucs are expecting more from their backup quarterback Kyle Trask in the preseason. With Tom Brady missing, Trask is going to be expected to improve on his last performance. Last week he went 25-33 for 258 yards with one touchdown and one interception.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated the yardage production in their preseason opener but lost the turnover battle, ultimately leading to their defeat in the game.
Titans Analysis
The Tennessee Titans have an interesting storyline at their backup quarterback position. Malik Willis was expected to be a top quarterback taken in the draft but fell to the third round to the Titans.
With a chip on his shoulder, Willis is sure to prove to the doubters that he belongs in the NFL. Tennessee is in no hurry to rush their backup draft pick, so they expect him to use his preseason opportunities well.
Ryan Tannehill is going to play some snaps in this matchup, so he should be excited about any opportunity that Willis receives.
Last week, Willis went 6-11 for 107 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions. If Willis wants to solidify his spot on this roster, he must produce more efficient numbers at the quarterback position.
NFL Odds Breakdown
Tennessee Titans
- Spread: -2.5 (-125)
- Moneyline: -145
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Spread: +2.5 (+105)
- Moneyline: (+125)
The over/under threshold is currently at 38.5 points. Both the over and under odds are -110 for this Week 2 matchup between two teams that are looking to fill the 2022 NFL stats sheet this upcoming season.
Tennessee Titans vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pick and Prediction
The NFL odds are showing every indication that this game could be a close contest throughout the four quarters of play.
That is no surprise given the depth of these rosters and the experience these two coaching staffs possess.
Ultimately, the ability to move the football gives a team the edge. Ryan Tannehill will play for the Titans, which will help at the beginning of the contest.
Titans’ Favor
Many expect Malik Willis to perform better in his second game as an NFL quarterback. With the depth and skill on the offensive side of the ball, it is a noticeable difference in the Titans’ favor in Week 2 of the preseason.
In Week 1 of the preseason for both teams, their respective offenses combined for 34 points total. These coaches love to develop long and controlled offensive drives, which helps take time off the clock.
This, in turn, keeps the scoring pace down and makes the defenses work extra hard to get off the field. With that being said, the under for this game is a solid choice to pick.
NFL Pick: Tennessee Titans -1.5 (-125)
NFL Pick: Under 38.5 (-110)
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