Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 18 matchup

Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-8) locked up the NFC South final week whereas Desmond Ridder’s Atlanta Falcons (6-10) have been eradicated from postseason competition.

Will both crew play the lion’s share of its starters with little on the road on this regular-season finale between a pair of divisional rivals? The sport is predicted to kick off Sunday at 1 p.m. ET from Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Here is a take a look at the betting particulars and USA TODAY’s NFL employees picks for the Buccaneers vs. Falcons Week 18 recreation:

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Lorenzo Reyes: Buccaneers 21, Falcons 20

Even with this recreation being largely meaningless for Tampa Bay, which can relaxation starters because it has already clinched its playoff spot, the Falcons have been inconsistent and have lacked explosiveness from their offense, together with when rookie Desmond Ridder took over. Atlanta has didn’t cowl the unfold in eight of its final 10. Nonetheless, the uncertainty surrounding taking part in time makes this a dangerous play.

Safid Deen: Buccaneers 24, Falcons 20

Tom Brady doesn’t need to relaxation, and the Bucs shouldn’t both. Have you ever seen them play this season? They want each snap they’ll take collectively to tune-up for the playoffs. A win over the Falcons can be a pleasant enhance as properly.

Richard Morin: Buccaneers 30, Falcons 24

Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles stated the membership anticipated to play its starters regardless of locking up the NFC South title, a choice for which his gamers will reward him after a formidable efficiency in a postseason tune-up.

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