As the Buccaneers get set to take on the Dolphins down in Miami following their disappointing Week 16 loss to the Carolina Panthers last week, we here at Bucs Nation will dive into some picks and predictions for Tampa Bay’s big Week 17 matchup against an interstate opponent.
Check it all out below.
Predictions
Offense
Something has been going on with the Bucs passing game, and last week in Charlotte they seemed to have not cared to pass the ball match. But this week, they face a Miami team that gives up practically
seven yards per play through the air. Look for Baker Mayfield to redeem himself as the Bucs passing game gets back on track as he will average nearly the same per pass play, and total 300 yards through the air.
Defense
Miami is averaging nearly five yards a carry, and we all remember what happened when the Bucs faced a team with a running game that averaged five yards a carry. This week will be different, as the Buccaneers will hold the Miami run game to an average of three yards per carry.
Week 17 Staff Picks
Gil Arcia (12-3): Bucs 26, Dolphins 23
Mike Kiwak (10-5): Bucs 23, Dolphins 17
Evan Wanish (11-4): Bucs 20, Dolphins 16
Will Walsh (8-7): Bucs 26, Dolphins 12
