The upcoming NFL matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday is expected to be an intense battle on the field. The Eagles, with a 2-1 record, will face the 2-1 Buccaneers on their home turf, where they will be slight favorites according to BetMGM NFL Odds, with the Eagles favored by 2 1/2 points.
In terms of the series record, the Buccaneers currently lead with 12 wins to the Eagles’ 11. Both teams have a 2-1 record against the spread so far this season. The last meeting between the two teams was during the NFC wild-card game on January 15, 2024, where the Buccaneers emerged victorious with a score of 32-9.
The Eagles will be relying on tight end Dallas Goedert, especially if injured receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are unable to play. Goedert had an outstanding performance in the last game against the Saints, showcasing his skills with a career-high 170 yards on 10 receptions.
On the other side, the Buccaneers will be looking to get wide receiver Mike Evans more involved in their offense. Despite a slow start in the past two games, Evans is a seasoned player with a remarkable record, being the only player in NFL history to start their career with ten consecutive seasons of over 1,000 receiving yards.
A key matchup to watch out for in this game will be between the Eagles’ defensive front, led by Jalen Carter, and the struggling Buccaneers’ offensive line, which has allowed 12 sacks in the past two games.
Injury updates for the Eagles include wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, as well as tackle Lane Johnson, who did not participate in a mid-week practice. Additionally, Buccaneers’ right tackle Luke Goedeke and nose tackle Vita Vea were limited in practice due to injuries.
With both teams having their strengths and weaknesses, this game is shaping up to be an exciting and closely contested match. Football fans can expect a competitive showdown between the Eagles and the Buccaneers, with both teams eager to secure a crucial victory as they continue their campaigns in the NFL season.