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An NFC South showdown between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-8) and Carolina Panthers (2-14) is set for Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Bank of America Stadium.
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 5 points, with bookmakers listing the Buccaneers as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Buccaneers have -245 odds to pick up the win, while the Panthers are listed at +200 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 36.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Buccaneers vs. Panthers Live?
- Game Day: Sunday, January 7, 2024
- Game Time: 1:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Stadium: Bank of America Stadium
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Buccaneers
The Buccaneers are putting up 318.3 yards per game on offense, which ranks them 23rd in the NFL. On the defensive side of the ball, they rank 25th, allowing 353.3 yards per game. The Buccaneers are totaling 21.2 points per game offensively this year (19th in NFL), and they are giving up 20.3 points per game (ninth) on the other side of the ball.
With 260.3 passing yards allowed per game on defense, which ranks worst in the NFL, the Buccaneers have had to rely on their 15th-ranked passing offense (231.1 passing yards per contest) to keep them competitive. The Buccaneers have struggled in the running game, ranking second-worst in the NFL (87.3 rushing yards per game) this season. However, they rank fifth-best on the defensive side of the ball, surrendering just 93.1 rushing yards per game.
The Buccaneers are posting a 41.8% third-down percentage on offense, which ranks them 11th in the NFL. On defense, they rank 27th, allowing a 42.3% third-down conversion rate. The Buccaneers are putting up 5.2 yards per play (14th in the league), while surrendering 5.5 per play on the defensive side of the ball (26th in the NFL) this season. The Buccaneers have the ninth-ranked turnover margin in the NFL at +6, forcing 24 turnovers (12th in NFL) while turning it over 18 times (ninth in NFL).
Panthers
While the Panthers’ offense has been stuck in neutral, ranking worst with 269.4 total yards per game, their defense ranks third-best with just 298.1 total yards allowed per contest. This season has been rough for the Panthers on both sides of the ball, as they are posting just 14.8 points per contest (second-worst) and allowing 25.4 points per game (third-worst).
On the offensive side of the ball, the Panthers are a bottom-five passing attack, generating only 167.1 passing yards per game (second-worst). Fortunately, they are thriving on the defensive side of the ball, ceding only 175.1 passing yards per contest (third-best). The Panthers are putting up 102.4 rushing yards per game on offense this season (20th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are giving up 123 rushing yards per contest (23rd-ranked) on defense.
The Panthers are posting a 35% third-down conversion percentage on offense this season (26th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are allowing a 38% third-down rate (14th-ranked) on defense. The Panthers rank worst in yards per play (4.1), but they’ve been more effective on the defensive side of the ball, ranking seventh in the NFL with 5 yards allowed per play. At -7, the Panthers own the 23rd-ranked turnover margin in the NFL, with 11 forced turnovers (32nd in NFL) and 18 turnovers committed (ninth in NFL).
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Injury Report
Buccaneers
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Mayfield | QB | Ribs | Probable |
| John Wolford | QB | Gameday inactive | Out |
| K.J. Britt | LB | Calf | Out |
| Ko Kieft | TE | Shoulder | Probable |
| Carlton Davis | CB | Concussion | Probable |
| Trey Palmer | WR | Hip | Probable |
| Markees Watts | OLB | Gameday inactive | Out |
| Rakim Jarrett | WR | Quadricep | Out |
| Cam Gill | OLB | Knee | Probable |
Panthers
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis Haynes | OLB | Concussion | Out |
| Eddy Pineiro | K | Hamstring | Out |
| Cade Mays | OG | Finger | Out |
| Tae Davis | ILB | Illness | Probable |
| Mike Strachan | WR | Gameday inactive | Out |
| Jaycee Horn | CB | Toe | Probable |
| Shaquill Griffin | CB | Gameday inactive | Out |
| Jonathan Mingo | WR | Foot | Out |
| Ricky Lee | OT | Gameday inactive | Out |
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Betting Analysis
Buccaneers Betting Insights
The Buccaneers have gone 10-6-0 against the spread this season.
Games involving the Buccaneers have hit the over six times this season.
Panthers Betting Insights
The Panthers have covered the spread in a matchup four times this season (4-10-2). The Panthers are winless against the spread when they are 5-point underdogs or more (0-5).
Panthers games have gone over the total five times this year. The Panthers have won two, or 12.5%, of the 16 games they’ve played as underdogs this season.
This season, the Panthers have been at least a +200 underdog on the moneyline four times, losing each of those contests.
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Against The Spread & Betting Records
Buccaneers
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 41.6 | 41 | 42.2 |
| Implied Team Total AVG | 23.2 | 22.3 | 24.1 |
| ATS Record | 10-6-0 | 3-5-0 | 7-1-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 6-10-0 | 2-6-0 | 4-4-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 3-2 | 3-2 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 5-6 | 1-2 | 4-4 |
Panthers
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 40.8 | 41.4 | 40.4 |
| Implied Team Total AVG | 23.1 | 22.9 | 23.3 |
| ATS Record | 4-10-2 | 3-3-1 | 1-7-1 |
| Over/Under Record | 5-10-1 | 1-5-1 | 4-5-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 2-14 | 2-5 | 0-9 |
Players to Watch
Buccaneers
- Baker Mayfield has thrown for 3,907 yards (ninth in the NFL), 28 touchdowns (fourth in the NFL) and 10 interceptions this year. He is averaging 244.2 yards per game and 7.3 per attempt, while completing 64.4% of his passes.
- He has also rushed for 156 yards (second on the Buccaneers) and added one touchdown on the ground, while averaging 9.8 rushing yards per game.
- Mike Evans has caught 76 passes on 127 targets for 1,233 total yards and 13 touchdowns. He is averaging 4.8 catches and 77.1 yards per game in 16 games.
- Rachaad White has 915 rushing yards with six touchdowns (57.2 yards per game through 16 games).
- White has totaled 60 receptions on 66 targets for 531 yards, with three receiving TDs.
- Chris Godwin averages 4.8 receptions and 60.8 yards per game, and has 973 total receiving yards and 77 catches. He’s gotten 124 total targets, and has caught two touchdown passes.
- On defense, Antoine Winfield Jr. has five sacks (third on the Buccaneers) to go with five TFL, 117 tackles, and three interceptions in 2023.
- Lavonte David has 124 tackles, 17 TFL, and 4.5 sacks this season. His tackle total leads the Buccaneers.
- Devin White has totaled 80 tackles, four TFL, 2.5 sacks, and two interceptions this year. He’s third on the Buccaneers in tackles.
- Shaquil Barrett has one interception with 50 tackles, three TFL, 4.5 sacks, and two passes defended.
Panthers
- Bryce Young is averaging 5.5 passing yards per attempt (31st in the NFL) and 185.5 yards per game this year, completing 59.7% of his passes on the way to 2,783 total yards, 11 touchdowns and 10 interceptions through 15 games.
- Young has also rushed for 229 yards (third on the Panthers).
- Chuba Hubbard averages 51.2 rushing yards per game over 16 games (819 total yards), while scoring five rushing touchdowns.
- Hubbard has added 37 receptions (2.3 per game) for 224 yards (14 per game), without a receiving touchdown. He’s been targeted 42 times in the passing game.
- Adam Thielen has registered 1,002 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 101 receptions (eighth in the NFL), while being targeted 134 times this season.
- Darrell Demont Chark Jr. has 33 catches for 479 yards and five receiving touchdowns. He averages 2.4 yards per game in 14 games and has been targeted 62 times.
- Frankie Luvu’s 2023 output includes 121 tackles, 10 TFL, and six sacks in 16 games. He leads the Panthers in tackles.
- Derrick Brown’s stats include one interception as well as 97 tackles, six TFL, one sack, and five passes defended.
- Over the 2023 campaign, Brian Burns has 48 tackles, 14 TFL, and 6.5 sacks through 15 games.
- Xavier Woods has three TFL, 58 tackles, and two interceptions.
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Predictions and Pick
Our prediction to win this matchup is the Buccaneers, and we predict that Buccaneers will cover the spread (Buccaneers -5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 36.5 points.
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