Broncos vs Buccaneers Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 3

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Sep 18, 2024, 4:03 PM
  • The Buccaneers are -7 point favorites vs the Broncos
  • Total (Over/Under): 39.5 points
  • Watch this game on FOX

The Denver Broncos (0-2-0) visit Raymond James Stadium to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-0-0) on Sep. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Tampa, FL.

The Buccaneers are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -7 (-105).

The Broncos vs. Buccaneers Over/Under is 39.5 total points for the game.

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Broncos vs. Buccaneers Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Broncos+7 -11539.5 -110+260
Buccaneers -7 -10539.5 -110-350

Broncos vs. Buccaneers Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Buccaneers will win this game with 51.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Broncos vs Buccaneers Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Buccaneers will cover the spread with 60.1% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Broncos players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Broncos Player Prop Bets Today

  • Marvin Mims Jr. has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 11 of his last 14 games (+7.35 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Courtland Sutton has hit the Longest Reception Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.75 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Marvin Mims Jr. has hit the Longest Reception Under in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.50 Units / 48% ROI)
  • Zach Wilson has hit the Interceptions Under in 7 of his last 10 games (+4.70 Units / 46% ROI)
  • Javonte Williams has hit the Receptions Over in 10 of his last 15 games (+4.65 Units / 25% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Buccaneers players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Buccaneers Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Chase McLaughlin has hit the Field Goals Over in 13 of his last 19 games (+7.35 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Rachaad White has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 13 of his last 19 games (+6.50 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Baker Mayfield has hit the TD Passes Over in 11 of his last 18 games (+5.90 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Rachaad White has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 7 of his last 9 games at home (+4.50 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Baker Mayfield has hit the Passing Yards Over in 12 of his last 19 games (+4.15 Units / 19% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Buccaneers vs Broncos

Player Name Over Under
Chris Godwin (TB) 61.5 -115 61.5 -115
Mike Evans (TB) 60.5 -120 60.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Buccaneers vs Broncos

Player Name Over Under
Baker Mayfield (TB) 10.5 -120 10.5 -110
  • The Denver Broncos have covered the 1Q Spread in 15 of their last 20 games (+8.80 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Denver Broncos have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 12 of their last 20 games (+7.35 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Denver Broncos have hit the 1H Moneyline in 12 of their last 20 games (+6.70 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Denver Broncos have scored first in 8 of their last 11 games (+5.70 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Denver Broncos have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 9 of their last 17 games (+5.00 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have scored last in 10 of their last 13 games (+7.65 Units / 53% ROI)
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have covered the 1H Spread in 15 of their last 22 games (+7.25 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the 1H Moneyline in 12 of their last 22 games (+7.25 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 22 games (+6.05 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 10 of their last 19 games (+5.40 Units / 24% ROI)

Broncos Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Broncos art 1-1 (-0.05 Units / -2.33% ROI).

  • Broncos are 0-2 when betting on the Moneyline for -2 Units / -100% ROI
  • Broncos are 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Broncos are 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / ROI

Buccaneers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Buccaneers are 2-0 (+2 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • Buccaneers are 2-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +4 Units / 131.15% ROI
  • Buccaneers are 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Buccaneers are 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI

Denver Broncos: Keys to the Game vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Broncos are winless (0-6) when trailing at the end of quarter 1 since the 2022 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .283.

The Broncos were 1-7 (.125) when not forcing a fumble last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .422.

The Broncos were 5-3 (.625) when playing in cold weather last season — T-6th-best in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The Broncos are 1-8 (.111) when not forcing a fumble since the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .426.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Keys to the Game vs. the Denver Broncos

The Buccaneers are undefeated (3-0) after a road win since the 2022 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .541.

The Buccaneers are winless (0-3) when allowing 27 or more points since the 2022 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .164.

The Buccaneers were winless (0-7) when trailing at the end of the third quarter last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .148.

The Buccaneers were 3-6 (.333) when allowing 10 or more rushes of four or more yards last season — T-8th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .417.

Additional Matchup Notes for Denver Broncos vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Buccaneers have run successful plays on just 34.0% of rush attempts this season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Broncos have allowed successful plays on just 27.3% of rush attempts this season — best in NFL.

The Buccaneers have run successful plays on 54.5% of pass attempts against a base front this season — 5th-best in NFL. The Broncos have allowed successful plays on 57.1% of pass attempts with a base front this season — worst in NFL.

The Buccaneers ran just 23.9% offensive plays in on their opponent’s side of the field last week — worst in NFL. The Broncos allowed their opponents to runjust 24.1% of plays in their territory last week — 2nd-best in NFL.

The Broncos are averaging just 1.8 yards per carry on 3rd and short since the 2023 season — T-2nd-worst in NFL. The Buccaneers have allowed just 2.1 yards per carry when defending on 3rd and short since the 2023 season — T-3rd-best in NFL.

Denver Broncos Offense: Important Stats

The Broncos have run successful plays on 17% of plays on motion plays this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Broncos have averaged -0.33 epa per play against a base front this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.02.

The Broncos have run successful plays on 20% of plays in the 1st half this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Broncos have run successful plays on 15% of pass attempts in the 1st half this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 44%.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offense: Important Stats

The Buccaneers have run successful plays on 71% of pass attempts against a stacked front since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 50%.

The Buccaneers ran successful plays on 33% of rush attempts last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Buccaneers ran successful plays on 73% of pass attempts against a stacked front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 50%.

The Buccaneers have run successful plays on 33% of rush attempts since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

Denver Broncos Defense: Important Stats

The Broncos defense allowed a passer rating of 135.6 against play action passes (123 Pass Attempts) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 101.1.

The Broncos defense did not allow a successful play on any play in the 4th quarter in Week 2 — best in NFL; League Avg: 38%.

The Broncos defense allowed successful plays on 12% of plays in the 2nd half in Week 2 — best in NFL; League Avg: 40%.

The Broncos defense has allowed successful plays on 18% of plays with a light rush since the 2022 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defense: Important Stats

The Buccaneers defense blitzed on 65% of plays in Week 2 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Buccaneers defense has blitzed on 49% of plays this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.

The Buccaneers defense has blitzed on 75% of plays on 3rd and long this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Buccaneers defense has blitzed on 56% of plays in the red zone this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 15%.

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