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Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Odds

Here are the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Odds:

TEAM	SPREAD	MONEYLINE	TOTAL
BUCCANEERS	-4	-200	48.5 O
COWBOYS	+4	+170	48.5 U

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends

Here are the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends for both teams, but first, we have the head-to-head for both teams:

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Head-to-Head

Now in these Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends, we have the head-to-head stats:

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay

These are the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends for Tampa Bay.

• In their previous six games, Tampa Bay has a 5-1 ATS record.
• In eight of Tampa Bay’s previous eleven games, the total has gone over.
• In their previous five games, Tampa Bay has a 4-1 SU record.
• In their last 11 meetings with Dallas, Tampa Bay has a 3-8 SU record.
• Five of Tampa Bay’s last six away games have had the total go OVER.
• Five of Tampa Bay’s previous five away games versus Dallas have seen the total fall UNDER.
• In their last 16 games versus a National Football Conference opponent, Tampa Bay has an 11-5 SU record.
• In their last five games against a team in the National Football Conference East division, Tampa Bay has a 4-1 ATS record.
• In their last nine December games, Tampa Bay has an 8-1 SU record.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay Best Bets

Now in these Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends, we have the best bets for Tampa Bay:

• In 16 of their previous 22 games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have covered the 1Q Spread (+9.70 Units / 35% ROI).
• In 12 of their previous 22 games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the 1Q Moneyline (+7.45 Units / 25% ROI).
• In seven of their previous eleven away games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the moneyline (+6.45 units / 38% ROI).
• In 14 of their last 22 games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the Team Total Over (+6.15 Units / 24% ROI).
• In 13 of their previous 19 games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have covered the 4Q Spread (+5.75 Units / 25% ROI).

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Best Tampa Bay Player Prop Bets

Next in these Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends, we have the player prop bets for Tampa Bay:

• In 11 of his last 14 games, Bucky Irving has hit the Rushing Yards Over (+7.35 Units / 44% ROI).
• In 13 of his last 19 games, Baker Mayfield has hit the TD passes over (+6.85 units / 32% ROI).
• In eight of his last nine road games, Baker Mayfield has hit the Rushing Yards Over (+6.80 Units / 67% ROI).
• In 13 of his last 19 games, Baker Mayfield has hit the Completions Over (+6.35 Units / 29% ROI).
• In seven of his last eight away games, Rachaad White has hit the Receiving Yards Under (+5.70 Units / 59% ROI).

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay Against the Spread (ATS) Record

• This NFL season, the Buccaneers are 9-5 (+3.5 Units / 22.65% ROI) against the spread.
• When wagering on the Moneyline, the Buccaneers are 8-6 for +2.9 Units / 12.5% ROI.
• When betting the Over for +3.5 Units, the Buccaneers are 9-5 with a 22.73% return on investment.
• When betting the Under for -4.9 Units / ROI, the Buccaneers are 5-9.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay Keys to the Game

• With fewer than five explosive passes in a game this season, the Buccaneers are winless (0-4)—the NFL’s T-worst; league average:.420.
• Last season, the Bucs were 7-1 (.875) when they had the ball longer than their opponent; this is T-3rd-best in the NFL; their league average was.631.
• This season, the Bucs are 8-4 (.667) when they give up less than 50% of third-down conversion attempts; this is T-10th-best in the NFL; the league average is.563.
• When rushing fewer than 25 times last season, the Buccaneers were winless (0-7) and had the NFL’s T-worst average (.276).

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay Offense Important Stats

• This season, the Buccaneers have ran successful plays on 49% of pass attempts when their quarterback has been under pressure, which is the best in the NFL; the league average is 32%.
• Last season, the Bucs executed successful plays on 32% of rush attempts against a base front, which is the lowest percentage in the NFL (league average: 41%).
• In the third quarter of the previous season, the Buccaneers executed successful plays on 26% of rush attempts, which is the lowest in the NFL; the league average was 42%.
• This season, the Buccaneers have completed successful plays on 53% of plays against a base rush, which is the highest percentage in the NFL; the league average is 44%.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Tampa Bay Defense Important Stats

• Last season, the Bucs defense had the best passing rating in the NFL (league average: 110.0) with a loaded front (16 pass attempts), allowing a quarterback rating of just 25.3.
• In Week 15, the Buccaneers defense dominated 40% of plays, which is the most in the NFL; the league average was 14%.
• Last season, the Buccaneers defense gave up the most yards after contact per carry (1.4) out of 412 carries; the league average was 1.8.
• Since Week 12, the Buccaneers defense has blitzed on 29% of plays, which is the highest percentage in the NFL; the league average is 14%.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas

These are the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends for Dallas:

• In their last 13 games, Dallas has a 4-9 ATS record.
• In four of Dallas’ previous five games, the total has gone over.
• In their previous nine games, Dallas has a 3-6 SU record.
• In seven of Dallas’ previous eight games versus Tampa Bay, the total has been UNDER.
• In their last nine home games, Dallas has a 1-8 ATS record.
• In five of Dallas’ previous five home games versus Tampa Bay, the total has gone UNDER.
• In eight of Dallas’ previous eleven games against a National Football Conference opponent, the total has gone over.
• In their last ten games against a team in the National Football Conference South division, Dallas has a 7-3 ATS record.
• In their last 18 December games, Dallas is 14-4 overall.
• In their last six games in week 16, Dallas has a 4-2 SU record.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas Best Bets

Now in these Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends, we have the best bets for Dallas:

• In seven of their last nine home games, the Dallas Cowboys have hit the 1Q Game Total Over (+6.00 Units / 56% ROI).
• In nine of their previous seventeen games, the Dallas Cowboys have hit the 2Q Moneyline (+4.90 Units / 22% ROI).
• In seven of their last nine home games, the Dallas Cowboys have hit the 1H Game Total Over (+4.70 Units / 45% ROI).
• In six of their last nine home games, the Dallas Cowboys have hit the game total over (+2.70 units / 27% ROI).
• In 10 of their previous 17 games, the Dallas Cowboys have hit the 4Q Game Total Under (+1.95 Units / 10% ROI).

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Best Dallas Player Prop Bets

Next in these Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting trends, we have the player prop bets for Dallas:

• In 14 of his last 17 games, Brandon Aubrey has hit the field goals over (+9.45 units / 36% ROI).
• In nine of his previous eleven games, Dak Prescott has hit the Carries Under (+6.30 Units / 45% ROI).
• In his last six home games, Jonathan Mingo has nailed the Receiving Yards Under (+6.00 Units / 86% ROI).
• In 10 of his last 15 games, Rico Dowdle has hit the Rushing Yards Over (+4.45 Units / 26% ROI).
• In eight of his previous eleven games, Dak Prescott has hit the Rushing Yards Under (+4.35 Units / 33% ROI).

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas Against the Spread (ATS) Record

• This NFL season, the Cowboys are 5-9 (-4.8 Units / -31.68% ROI) against the spread.
• When betting on the Moneyline for +0.1 Units / 0.54% ROI, cowboys are 6-8.
• When wagering on the Over for +3.5 Units or 22.73% ROI, cowboys are 9-5.
• When betting the Under for -4.9 Units / -31.82% ROI, the Cowboys are 5-9.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas Keys to the Game

• Since the 2023 season, the Cowboys have an 11-5 (.688) record when passing for 250 yards or more, which is T-8th best in the NFL. Since the 2023 season, the Buccaneers have given up 248.4 passing yards per game, which is the second-worst in the NFL.
• T-worst in the NFL; League Avg:.256 The Cowboys are winless (0-7) and trailing at the end of the first half of the season.
• Last season, the Cowboys had the best record in the NFL (4-0) when they were within 7 points going into the fourth quarter; their league average was.500.
• Last season, the Cowboys were 11-1 (.917) when they gave up fewer than 50% of third-down conversion attempts, which is the best in the NFL; the league average was.570.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas Offense Important Stats

• This season, the Cowboys have committed eight red zone turnovers, which is the most in the NFL.
• Since 2023, the Cowboys have committed 12 red zone turnovers, which is the most in the NFL.
• Since the 2023 season, the Cowboys have run successful plays on 56% of plays against a light rush, which is the best in the NFL; the league average is 40%.
• Last season, the Cowboys scored on 48% of their possessions in the second half, which is the highest percentage in the NFL; the league average is 34%.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Trends: Dallas Defense Important Stats

• With tight coverage, the Cowboys defense has given up -0.70 epa per play since 2023, which is the greatest in the NFL; the league average is -0.48.
• Since Week 12, the Cowboys defense has given up the lowest epa per play against play action passes in the NFL (-0.87; League Average: 0.10).
• In Week 15, the Cowboys defense allowed 0 successful plays in the third quarter, which is the best in the NFL; league average: 42%.
• This season, the Cowboys defense has given up the greatest third-down conversion rate in the NFL, 15%, in the fourth quarter; the league average is 37%.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction

Now, we have the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction for both teams.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Tampa Bay

This is the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction for Tampa Bay.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are now 8-6 and in first position in the NFC South after winning four straight away games. Tampa Bay recovered with victories against the Giants, Panthers, Raiders, and Chargers following a defeat to the 49ers in week 10. As 3-point underdogs, they covered the spread in their 40-17 victory over Los Angeles in week 15. The teams scored 57 points in total, with an O/U line of 46.

The Bucs are 9-5 against the spread and have a +5.5 scoring margin going into week 16. They have a 9-5 overall record and average 52.1 points per game. Currently ranked eighth in our power rankings, Tampa Bay has an 81.8% chance of qualifying for the playoffs and a 79.7% chance of winning the division.

Our offensive power rankings have the Buccaneers in eighth place going into week 16. They top the NFL in first-quarter scoring and are fourth in terms of points per game (28.8). Tampa Bay is fourth in the NFL in terms of passing yards (244) and running yards (144.4) per game, and third in terms of yards per game (388.4). Despite being fourth in red zone attempts, they rank third in third-down conversion % but 28th in red zone conversion percentage.

Following a solid performance against the Chargers in week 15, Baker Mayfield threw for 288 yards and four touchdowns with only one interception. Bucky Irving ran for 117 yards on 15 runs, while Mike Evans had 9 receptions for 159 yards and two scores. In the third quarter, Tampa Bay scored 17 points, and in the fourth, they scored 10.

The Buccaneers’ defense gave up just 32 rushing yards on 11 attempts in their 40–17 victory over the Chargers. Along with giving up just 174 passing yards, the defense’s completion rate against them was 64.7%, allowing for two late scores. The Chargers were unable to convert on any of their third-down attempts due to Tampa Bay’s exceptionally strong defense. In addition, they recorded three sacks and one interception.

The Bucs’ defense won the QB hit fight by +8 thanks to their disruptive play up front. With a potent offensive effort, they managed to limit the Chargers’ scoring opportunities and end the game, even though they gave up 206 total yards.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting: Tampa Bay Injury Report

Pos	Player	Status
TE	Cade Otton (Knee)	Doubtful
TE	Cade Otton (Knee)	Questionable
DB	Josh Hayes (Hamstring)	Questionable
S	Antoine Winfield (Knee)	Out
LB	J.J. Russell (Hamstring)	Questionable
S	Christian Izien (Groin)	Questionable
WR	Sterling Shepard (Foot)	Questionable
OLB	Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (Ankle)	Questionable
RB	Bucky Irving (Back)	Questionable
RB	Bucky Irving (Back)	Doubtful
S	Tykee Smith (Knee)	Questionable
CB	Troy Hill (Foot)	Out
WR	Trey Palmer (Hip)	Questionable
S	Mike Edwards (Hamstring)	Out
DB	Josh Hayes (Hamstring)	Out
LB	J.J. Russell (Hamstring)	Out
LB	K.J. Britt (Ankle)	Out
RB	Bucky Irving (Hip)	Questionable
S	Jordan Whitehead (Pectoral)	Out
OLB	Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (Ankle)	Out
OLB	Markees Watts (Knee)	Out
T	Tristan Wirfs (Knee)	Questionable
OLB	Anthony Nelson (Personal)	Questionable
WR	Mike Evans (Hamstring)	Questionable
T	Tristan Wirfs (Knee)	Doubtful
CB	Jamel Dean (Hamstring)	Questionable
CB	Zyon McCollum (Hamstring)	Questionable
S	Tykee Smith (Knee)	Out
CB	Troy Hill (Ankle)	Questionable

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Dallas

This is the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction for Dallas.

The Dallas Cowboys are currently 6-8 on the season after defeating the Panthers 30-14 in week 15 to end a two-game losing streak. Dallas won the game and took home the cover despite being a 2.5-point underdog. The teams totaled 44 points, with the O/U line being 42 points. In nine of the Cowboys’ games this season, the over has struck.

Dallas is 29th in our NFL power rankings going into week 16 with a -5.9 scoring margin. Their chances of qualifying for the playoffs are 0.1%. The Cowboys’ 1-6 home record has been a big problem, despite their 3-1 record in division games. They are 5-2 on the road.

The Cowboys have had a strong showing from Cooper Rush, who rebounded from his performance in week 14 by throwing for 214 yards and three touchdowns without an interception in week 15. Rico Dowdle ran for 149 yards on 25 carries, while CeeDee Lamb topped the receiving corps with 9 catches for 116 yards and a touchdown.

Dallas averages 21.3 points a game, which is 16th in the NFL, and ranks 25th in our offensive power rankings. In addition, they rank 23rd in third-down conversions (36.3%) and 16th in yards per game (328.9).

The Cowboys’ defense reduced Carolina to just 175 passing yards in their most recent game, recording two interceptions and six sacks. Dallas won 30-14 and held the Panthers to 235 total yards, despite giving up one passing touchdown. With only 60 yards let up on 16 attempts, the Cowboys’ run defense was as strong.

The Panthers were only able to convert 27.3% of their third down attempts due to Dallas’ strong defense. Additionally, they applied constant pressure to the quarterback, winning the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting: Dallas Injury Report

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Our Picks

Next in this Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction, we have the picks for this game.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: MoneyLine

First, we have the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction on the moneyline.

Our offensive power rankings have the Buccaneers in eighth place going into week 16. Despite ranking 13th in passing attempts, they are fourth in the NFL in terms of points per game (28.8) and passing yards per game (244). Tampa Bay leads the NFL in first-quarter scoring and ranks third in the league in third-down conversions.

In week 15, Baker Mayfield went 22/27 for 288 yards against the Chargers, including four touchdowns. Bucky Irving ran for 117 yards on 15 runs, while Mike Evans had 9 receptions for 159 yards and two scores.

Our offensive power rankings have the Cowboys in 25th place going into week 16. Both points per game (21.3) and yards per game (328.9) put them 16th. With 38.5 passing attempts per game, Dallas ranks second in the NFL, and with an average of 229.1 passing yards per game, they rank 12th. With 99.8 yards per game, they rank 25th in running yards and 22nd in rushing attempts on the ground. In the league, the Cowboys are seventh in red zone conversion % but twenty-third in third-down conversion percentage.

In week 15, Cooper Rush had a great game, throwing for 214 yards and three touchdowns while earning a passer rating of 119. Rico Dowdle ran for 149 yards on 25 carries, and CeeDee Lamb grabbed 9 receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown. With 10 points in the second quarter, 14 in the third, and 6 in the fourth, Dallas scored 30 points against the Panthers.

• Free MoneyLine Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: TAMPA BAY.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Total

Next, we have the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction on the total.

In their 40-17 victory, Tampa Bay’s defense held the Chargers to only 32 yards rushing on 11 attempts, despite giving up two throwing touchdowns. Additionally, the Buccaneers only allowed 174 yards of throwing, largely from a few huge plays. The Chargers were 0% on third down and had a 64.7% completion percentage in the end.

The Buccaneers’ defense produced one interception and three sacks. They also held the Chargers to 206 total yards and won the QB hit battle by eight.

The Cowboys defeated the Panthers 30–14, allowing just 175 passing yards. They restricted Carolina to a 27.3% third-down conversion rate while catching two passes. In addition to forcing the Panthers to run the ball just 16 times and recording six sacks, the Cowboys finished with 60 running yards.

In the passing game, Dallas’ defense held Carolina to 235 total yards and 6.2 yards per attempt. Their ability to harass the quarterback and their proficiency on third downs made it hard for the Panthers to sustain drives, even if they only allowed one throwing score.

• Free Total Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: UNDER.

Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Spread

And now, we have the Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting prediction on the spread.

The Buccaneers are now 8-6 and in first place in the NFC South after four consecutive victories. Tampa Bay has won games against the Giants, Panthers, Raiders, and Chargers since losing to the 49ers in week 10. They easily covered the 3-point spread as underdogs in week 15 as they defeated Los Angeles 40–17. They have covered in two consecutive games, and their ATS record is at 9-5.

The Bucs have an 81.8% chance of qualifying for the playoffs and a 79.7% chance of winning the division, according to our forecasts. They enter week 16 ranked eighth in our NFL power rankings. They have a 9–5 overall record and average 52.1 points per game.

The Buccaneers have a 3-0 record after their last three games. They have a 2-1 ATS record (last three) as a result of their excellent play. Their over/under record in those same games was 2-1. The Buccaneers have a 4-1 straight-up record and a 4-1 ATS record in their last four road games.

The Cowboys have a 0.1% chance of qualifying for the playoffs as they enter week 16 ranked 29th in our NFL power rankings. Dallas has a 3-1 record in division games and is 6-8 overall this season. Right now, they are in third place in the NFC East. The Cowboys are 5-2 on the road but have struggled at home, losing 1-6.

In week 15, Dallas defeated the Panthers 30–14, overcoming two consecutive defeats. Despite being 2.5 points behind, the Cowboys won by 16 points, covering the spread. The teams totaled 44 points, with the O/U line being 42 points. Dallas is 5-9 against the spread and has a 9-5 O/U record this season.

In their last three games (during the regular season), Dallas has a 1-2 record. The team’s record in these games was 2-1 on the over-under and only 1-2 on the spread. Dallas has an ATS record of 3-2 and an average of 25 per game when examining their last five home games. Overall, the team’s record in these games was 3-2.

• Free Spread Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: DALLAS.

FREE Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: Our Picks

• Free MoneyLine Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: TAMPA BAY.
• Free Total Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: UNDER.
• Free Spread Buccaneers vs Cowboys Betting Prediction: DALLAS.

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