Atlanta Falcons vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Preview, Predictions, Betting Odds, Live Stream Info

Two teams in freefall meet in Tampa as the 2-6 Atlanta Falcons face a 1-7 Buccaneers team they humiliated 56-14 on September 18.

Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Little did the Atlanta Falcons know that their 56-14 curve stomp of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would be the highlight of their season, while also marking their last win to date. With his hot seat reaching “Bake until well done,” Falcons coach Mike Smith brings his team to Raymond James Stadium in hopes of righting their 2-6 ship. The Bucs are 1-7, yet there are many who feel they are worse than the winless Oakland Raiders.

Date: November 9

Start Time: 1 pm Eastern

Location: Tampa, Fla.

Stadium: Raymond James Stadium

TV Info: Fox

Live Stream: NFL.com

Radio: Falcons, ESPN790thezone.com; Buccaneers, 620wdae.com

Ticket information: For Buccaneers ticket info click here. For Falcons ticket info click here.

Keys to Victory

With the Falcons and Buccaneers pass defenses ranked 30th and 31st, respectively, it stands to reason both teams will look to strike downfield early and often. Problem is, only the Falcons stand the best chance to succeed, especially if QB Matt Ryan can hit the same groove he had in the first meeting (21 for 24, 286 yards and three touchdowns). Tampa Bay QB Josh McCown gets his starting job back after Sean Glennon averaged just 19.5 points in his four starts. McCown has to get rookie WR Mike Evans involved from the outset.

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Falcons, -1.5

Moneyline: Falcons, +130; Falcons, -110

O/U: 45.5

Prediction

The Falcons have lost five straight and have yet to win a road game, yet are just two games behind the Saints in the NFC South chase. Facing the Bucs, who are 31st in points scored, looks like the pick-me-up Atlanta needs.

Final Score: Atlanta: 37, Tampa Bay: 21

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