Minnesota travels to Tampa for an NFC matchup with a long, lopsided-feeling history behind it — and, this year, two teams heading in very different directions. Check the latest NFL odds as you follow along — the Vikings enter at 2–0, having opened the season with wins over Green Bay and a 9–3 road win over Chicago. The Buccaneers, by contrast, are 0–2, dropping their opener to Cincinnati and their home opener to Cleveland.
Historically, the Vikings lead the all-time series 33–24, a series that dates back to 1977 when both teams shared the old NFC Central. But recent form tells a different story: Tampa Bay had won the last two meetings between these teams, including a 20–17 decision in 2023, the two clubs’ most recent matchup before this one. That history now runs into a Buccaneers team looking for its first win of 2026 against a Vikings team that hasn’t lost yet.
Match Details
- Game: Sunday, September 27, 2026 — Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
- Broadcast: FOX
- Records: Vikings 2–0 / Buccaneers 0–2
- Storyline: Vikings lead the all-time series 33–24, though the Buccaneers won the last two meetings; Tampa Bay is now looking to avoid an 0–3 start against an unbeaten Minnesota team
Spread Analysis
A series this evenly contested in recent meetings, despite Minnesota’s larger historical edge, points to two teams that tend to match up closely regardless of which side is favored — though an 0-2 start adds real pressure on Tampa Bay heading into a home game against an unbeaten opponent.
Total Betting Trends
With both franchises fielding offenses built to move the ball through the air, and a series history that includes several high-scoring meetings, this is a matchup that has trended toward productive offensive football more often than not — a relevant data point for anyone following the over/under conversation.
