Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bold Predictions & Long Shot Bets for the 2024 Season

Who would’ve thought? The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who everyone thought would be underdogs, the post-Brady era team, made a splash in last year’s playoffs by bouncing the Eagles. Now, with Baker Mayfield settled into his second year as QB, the question isn’t just about making the playoffs, it’s about going deeper.

Can they defy the odds again? Will Mayfield truly shine in his second season? We’re diving deep into the team’s odds and predictions. Buckle up, because this could be another wild ride for the Bucs.

NFC South Shakeup: Buccaneers’ 2024 Betting Outlook Amidst Divisional Changes

The Buccaneers shocked the NFL world last year with a playoff upset. But 2024 is a new beast entirely. With their NFC South rivals revving their engines and hungry for the division crown, the Bucs face a tougher road ahead.

Can Mayfield, in his second year as QB, steer the ship towards another playoff berth? Will their defense hold up against a strengthened division? Brace yourselves, because this season could be a rollercoaster of high stakes and even higher rewards.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Schedule 2024

How Many Games Will The Buccaneers Win This Season?

NFL betting fans as well as oddsmakers have been keeping a close eye on all the action unfolding in Tampa with the Buccaneers making moves to try and score double digits in their win column this season. With an initial win total projection of 8 wins at -115 odds, it will be up to Mayfield and his team to make good on the bet.

Apart from having to play the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints twice in the season, the Buccaneers will play host to the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers and Washington Commanders.

On the road, Tampa will visit the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, New Orleans Saints and New York Giants.

Can Tampa Bay Repeat As Divisional Champions This Year?

Last season all it took was nine wins and a bit of luck for the Buccaneers to top their division. The question here now is, will they be able to count on the same luck as last season and repeat as divisional champions?

Their opening +290 odds to win the NFC South crown show there’s promise in that bet, meaning that taking the Bucs to repeat could end up reaping solid rewards.

Will The Buccaneers Make The Playoffs In 2024?

With their odds to make it to the playoffs once again this season like last year at +140, in comparison to their -170 odds to miss out on the postseason, oddsmakers seem sold on the idea of Tampa making it into the playoffs as long as a divisional title can be ensured.

Should You Bet On A Tampa Bay NFC Title Run?

With +3000 odds to make a run for the NFC title like in 2021 when the Buccaneers made their most recent appearance in a conference title game, oddsmakers don’t really see the Buccaneers being a team fitted to give the big honchos in the conference a run for the NFC crown in 2025.

Commanders

Washington Commanders

Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

+3 -105

Spread

-3 -115

+146

Moneyline

-170

O 50½ -110

Total

U 50½ -110

Are The Buccaneers Preparing A Super Bowl LXI Title Winning Shocker?

The last time the Buccaneers were a part of the Super Bowl was back in 2020, when led by Brady and company, not only did they make it to the league’s biggest game, but they ended up winning that season’s Lombardi Trophy.

Considering a lot has changed since then in Tampa, the Bucs’ odds to win Super Bowl LXI, which stand at +6500 show that a new title coming to Raymond James Stadium might be a bit of a long shot for fans to back this season.

To Sail Or Not To Sail With Tampa This Season?

The Buccaneers’ journey in 2024 is a high-stakes gamble. Will they defy the odds and prove last year’s playoff run was no fluke, or will they succumb to the pressure of a strengthened NFC South? While the road ahead is uncertain, one thing’s for sure: the Bucs are in for a wild ride.

So, place your bets, strap in, and prepare for a season that could see Tampa Bay rise to the occasion or crumble under the weight of expectations. The only guarantee is that the 2024 NFL season will be a thrilling one for the Buccaneers and their fans.