In the upcoming Thursday Night Football clash in Week 8, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will hit the road to face the Buffalo Bills.
Both teams are coming off Week 7 losses, with the Buccaneers holding a 3-3 season record and the Bills sitting at 4-3. Tampa Bay is currently placed second in the NFC South, while Buffalo stands second in the AFC East.
The Bills are the favored team, with a -8.5-point spread.
MyBookie offers the NFL odds, game analysis, and betting pick for Tampa Bay Buccaneers versus the Buffalo Bills which are playing Thursday Night Football on Week 8 of the NFL season.
TNF Buccaneers vs Bills Odds and Betting Prediction for this Week 8 Matchup | MyBookie NFL Week 8 Regular Season Preview
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Buffalo Bills | NFL Week 8 Thursday Night Football
ATS: Bills -8.5
Money line: Buccaneers +330 / Bills -441
Over/Under: 42
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 at 8:15 pm ET | PRIME VIDEO
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Buccaneers in a Competitive NFC South Race
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are well aware of the fierce competition within their division. Currently trailing the Atlanta Falcons and holding just a half-game lead over the New Orleans Saints, the Buccaneers anticipate a hard-fought divisional race. Last season, the division winner finished with an 8-9 record.
The Buccaneers commenced their season with wins against the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears but suffered a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Following a victory over the Saints, the Buccaneers faced consecutive losses to the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons.
Offensively, Tampa Bay has struggled all season, ranking 25th in team offense with an average of 17.2 points per game. Their 13-point performance in the recent loss further exacerbated this issue. The run game has been particularly ineffective, with one of the league’s poorest ground games, averaging around 75 rushing yards per game.
Mike Evans continues to be a reliable receiver for the Buccaneers, amassing over 450 yards on the season with five touchdowns. He contributed a touchdown, six receptions, and 82 yards in the last game.
Bills Seeking a Turnaround
The Buffalo Bills have experienced a rollercoaster ride this season, with a loss to the Jets to kick things off, followed by a three-game winning streak. They then faced a setback in London against the Jaguars but rebounded against the Giants before suffering a recent loss to the Patriots.
Looking forward, the Bills aim to regain their momentum, starting with this matchup and a subsequent Sunday Night Football clash against the Cincinnati Bengals. They’ll return home for back-to-back games against the Broncos and Jets.
Quarterback Josh Allen of the Bills posted 265 passing yards and two touchdowns in their last game but made a costly interception. The ground attack was led by James Cook, who contributed 56 rushing yards, bringing his season total to over 400.
Stefon Diggs stands as the leading receiver for the Bills, with nearly 700 yards on the season. Buffalo’s offense ranks third in the league, averaging approximately 28 points per game.
TNF Buccaneers vs Bills Betting Prediction | Buffalo Gears Up for a Victory
The Buffalo Bills are determined to get back on track, and this game offers them a prime opportunity to do so. Buffalo has encountered challenges recently and must improve their performance.
Quarterback Josh Allen is pivotal in this endeavor, as he needs to minimize turnovers and enhance offensive efficiency. Look for Allen to get the ball going offensively and the Bills to start making their way back on track.
Tampa Bay, though showing promise early in the season, does not boast top-to-bottom superlative talent. Coupled with the constraints of a short week and a demanding trip up north, the Buccaneers could face challenges. The Buccaneers’ lack of run game is going to cost them again in this one.
Betting enthusiasts are encouraged to consider the Buffalo Bills with a -8.5 point spread over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Thursday Night Football.
NFL Week 8 TNF Pick: ATS Bills -8.5 | Bet Buccaneers vs Bills
MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Last 5
| Date | OPP | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/23 | vs ATL | L16-13 |
| 10/15/23 | vs DET | L20-6 |
| 10/1/23 | @ NO | W26-9 |
| 9/25/23 | vs PHI | L25-11 |
| 9/17/23 | vs CHI | W27-17 |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Injury Report
| Name | Position | Status | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| Chase Edmonds RB | IR-R | Oct 23 |
| Chris Godwin WR | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Baker Mayfield QB | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Matt Feiler G | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Vita Vea DT | Questionable | Oct 23 |
NFC South Standings | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
| Team | W | L | T | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 4 | 3 | 0 | W1 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 3 | 3 | 0 | L2 |
| New Orleans Saints | 3 | 4 | 0 | L2 |
| Carolina Panthers | 0 | 6 | 0 | L6 |
Buffalo Bills Last 5
| Date | OPP | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/23 | @ NE | L29-25 |
| 10/15/23 | vs NYG | W14-9 |
| 10/1/23 | vs JAX | L25-20 |
| 9/25/23 | vs MIA | W48-20 |
| 9/17/23 | @ WSH | W37-3 |
Buffalo Bills Injury Report
| Name | Position | Status | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| Dawson Knox TE | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Jordan Phillips DT | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Baylon Spector LB | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Quintin Morris TE | Questionable | Oct 23 |
| Ed Oliver DT | Questionable | Oct 24 |
AFC East Standings | Buffalo Bills
| Team | W | L | T | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 5 | 2 | 0 | L1 |
| Buffalo Bills | 4 | 3 | 0 | L1 |
| New York Jets | 3 | 3 | 0 | W2 |
| New England Patriots | 2 | 5 | 0 | W1 |
Tampa Bay at Buffalo Betting Trends
- Tampa Bay’s record against the spread in 2023 is 3-3-0.
- One Tampa Bay game (out of six) has gone over the point total this season.
- Buffalo’s ATS record is 3-4-0 this season.
- The Bills have no wins ATS (0-1) as an 8.5-point favorite or greater this year.
- The teams have hit the over in three of Buffalo’s seven games with a set total.
- Buffalo games with a set total have hit the over three times this season (42.9%).
- One of Tampa Bay’s six games has hit the over.
- Tampa Bay are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference conference.
- Tampa Bay are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference East division.
- Buffalo are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference conference.
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Buffalo’s last 6 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference South division.
The following NFL betting odds are based on MyBookie Sportsbook.
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| Teams | Odds |
|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | +500 |
| San Francisco 49ers | +670 |
| Baltimore Ravens | +710 |
| Detroit Lions | +970 |
| Houston Texans | +1075 |
| Buffalo Bills | +1200 |
| Minnesota Vikings | +1225 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | +1375 |
| Green Bay Packers | +1775 |
| Atlanta Falcons | +2800 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | +3000 |
| New York Jets | +3000 |
| Dallas Cowboys | +3200 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | +3600 |
| Washington Commanders | +3800 |
| Chicago Bears | +3900 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | +4600 |
| Seattle Seahawks | +5200 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | +5400 |
| Indianapolis Colts | +6400 |
| New Orleans Saints | +6800 |
| Miami Dolphins | +9000 |
| Denver Broncos | +11000 |
| Los Angeles Rams | +12000 |
| Arizona Cardinals | +12000 |
| New York Giants | +17000 |
| Tennessee Titans | +22000 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | +22000 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | +26000 |
| Cleveland Browns | +30000 |
| New England Patriots | +55000 |
| Carolina Panthers | +65000 |
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