The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The game will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, with kickoff set for 1:00 PM. Fans can catch all the action on FOX. The stadium has a retractable roof, so weather conditions are unlikely to affect the game.

Buccaneers vs. Falcons Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Atlanta Falcons +115. The Falcons are playing at home, and their moneyline offers better value compared to the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay’s recent preseason games show mixed results, while the Falcons have the potential to perform well at home.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 47.5 (-109). Both teams have shown average offensive stats in the preseason. The Falcons’ defense has been solid, which could keep the score lower.

Team Trends

• The game will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, with a retractable roof.
• Todd Bowles is the head coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
• Raheem Morris is leading the Atlanta Falcons as head coach.
• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a preseason win against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a score of 17-14.
• The Atlanta Falcons lost their preseason home game against the Tennessee Titans, 23-20.

Buccaneers vs Falcons Preview

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Both teams are eager to start the season strong. The Buccaneers will rely on quarterback Baker Mayfield, who is projected to pass for 253.1 yards and score two touchdowns. On the ground, Bucky Irving looks to contribute with 68.2 rushing yards. Wide receiver Mike Evans is expected to lead the receiving corps with 68.4 yards.

On the other side, the Falcons aim to defend their home turf. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is projected to throw for 219.7 yards and score 1.4 touchdowns. Running back Bijan Robinson is expected to rush for 78.8 yards and add a touchdown. Drake London, the top receiver for the Falcons, is projected to gain 71.5 receiving yards. Both teams have strong players ready to make an impact in this exciting season opener. Fans can watch the game on FOX at 1:00 PM from Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Atlanta Falcons: Ready for Action at Home

The Atlanta Falcons are set to play at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The team has Raheem Morris as the head coach. In the 2025 preseason, the team scored 43 points, ranking 24th.

Michael Penix Jr. is the starting quarterback with 219.7 passing yards projected. Bijan Robinson leads the running backs with 78.8 rushing yards expected. Drake London is the top wide receiver, with 71.5 receiving yards projected.

In 2024, the Falcons ranked 5th in passing yards with 4,068. On defense, they were 6th in opponent interceptions with 12. They have a few players listed as questionable, including Jamal Agnew and Darnell Mooney.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Aiming for Victory on the Road

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are heading to Atlanta with Todd Bowles as their head coach. Baker Mayfield leads the offense with a projected 253.1 passing yards and 2 passing touchdowns. In 2024, the team ranked 3rd in passing yards with 4,257, showcasing a strong aerial attack.

On the ground, Bucky Irving is expected to lead the rushing attack with 68.2 yards and 0.5 touchdowns. Mike Evans is the top receiver for the Bucs, with 68.4 receiving yards projected. This season, the Buccaneers aim to improve their rushing game, which was ranked 24th in the 2025 preseason.

The Buccaneers’ defense is formidable, ranking 1st in opponent interceptions during the 2025 preseason. However, they will be without key players Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs due to injuries. Their defense will rely on strong performances to contain the Falcons’ offensive threats.

Final Betting Pick

The Falcons playing at home gives them a slight edge. Their defense has been solid, ranking 11th in opponent offensive yards this preseason. This could slow down the Buccaneers’ offense, which has shown mixed results in recent games.

On the offensive side, the Falcons have a strong running game with Bijan Robinson, who is projected for 78.8 rushing yards. This could help control the clock and keep the score under 47.5. The Buccaneers’ away performance has been inconsistent, making the Falcons’ moneyline a good value at +115.

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