10 best games on 2021 NFL schedule

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TAMPA, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 23: Nsimba Webster #14 of the Los Angeles Rams returns a punt during the third quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 23, 2020, in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /

3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Rams

The Buccaneers have plenty of big games on their 2021 schedule but arguably the most significant is their trip out west to take on the Los Angeles Rams. These teams met during the 2020 regular season in Tampa Bay, with the Rams escaping Raymond James Stadium with a 27-24 win on Monday Night Football.

Los Angeles has the type of team that can give Brady fits since the Rams’ defense can generate pressure with just its front four, something that Tampa Bay will have to account for in its game planning. The shift in venue from Raymond James Stadium to SoFi Stadium should also benefit the Rams since Tampa Bay will be the team that has to travel across the country for this key NFC matchup.

The other big difference in this game will be the quarterback change from the Rams, who go from Jared Goff to Stafford. Los Angeles’ offense should seriously upgrade with Stafford, who has the supporting cast to go toe-to-toe with Brady all game long.

This matchup will be a key game in the NFC playoff picture with the winner having a huge leg up for home-field advantage in the postseason. Given the massive stakes in this game, it makes sense for you to try and watch it by any means necessary.

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