Buccaneers vs. Lions Prediction: Detroit Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 2 [2024]

The Detroit Lions will take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in NFL Week 2 action at Ford Field on Sunday, commencing at 1:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Lions as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Buccaneers-Lions game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Lions with a win probability of 73%, while the Buccaneers have 27%."

Bucs vs. Lions Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 2 matchup between the Lions and Buccaneers at Ford Field is scheduled to start at 1:00PM ET.

• Who: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Detroit Lions
• Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024
• Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Ford Field
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Lions and Buccaneers gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Buccaneers vs. Lions matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Buccaneers vs. Lions Predictions

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Buccaneers and Lions 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Lions a 73% chance of defeating the Buccaneers in Week 2 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Lions winning 29-22.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Buccaneers and Lions each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 52-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.

Buccaneers vs. Lions Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Buccaneers	Lions
Spread	+7.5 (-108)	-7.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+300	-370
Total	o52 (-110)	u52 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Buccaneers vs. Lions Picks

Our model's biggest edge in today's Buccaneers vs. Lions matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Buccaneers vs. Lions TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Buccaneers vs. Lions?

According to our model, Detroit's Jahmyr Gibbs is most likely to score the first touchdown in Buccaneers vs. Lions.

Our projections give Gibbs an 11.8% chance of scoring the first TD at Ford Field, while the Lions RB is a 52.0% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Player	First TD Probability
Mike Evans	8.7%
Rachaad White	8.6%
Chris Godwin	5.9%

Detroit Lions

Player	First TD Probability
Jahmyr Gibbs	11.8%
David Montgomery	11.0%
Sam LaPorta	9.9%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Mike Evans	42.6%
Rachaad White	41.4%
Chris Godwin	30.5%

Detroit Lions

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Jahmyr Gibbs	52.0%
David Montgomery	49.9%
Sam LaPorta	45.1%

For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 2 touchdown scorer predictions

Buccaneers vs Lions Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Buccaneers and Lions. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Buccaneers vs. Lions Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Lions' Jared Goff.

Buccaneers Rushing

Rachaad White, Bucky Irving and Baker Mayfield are projected to be the leading rushers for the Buccaneers.

Player	Position
Rachaad White	RB
Bucky Irving	RB
Baker Mayfield	QB

Lions Rushing

Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Sione Vaki are expected to lead the Lions in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Jahmyr Gibbs	RB
David Montgomery	RB
Sione Vaki	RB

Buccaneers Receiving

Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, Jalen McMillan, Cade Otton and Rachaad White are projected to top the receiving yards for the Buccaneers.

Player	Position
Mike Evans	WR
Chris Godwin	WR
Jalen McMillan	WR
Cade Otton	TE
Rachaad White	RB

Lions Receiving

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Sam LaPorta, Jameson Williams, Jahmyr Gibbs and Kalif Raymond are projected to lead the Lions in receiving yards.

Player	Position
Amon-Ra St. Brown	WR
Sam LaPorta	TE
Jameson Williams	WR
Jahmyr Gibbs	RB
Kalif Raymond	WR

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Conclusion

We predict the Lions, with a 73% win probability, will likely beat the Buccaneers on Sunday.

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