Lions vs Buccaneers Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 7, 2025
Last updated: Oct 15, 2025, 6:26AM | Published: Oct 14, 2025, 10:51PM
The Detroit Lions will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in NFL Week 7 action at Ford Field on Tuesday, starting at 10:00am AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Lions vs Buccaneers game, along with the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's Detroit vs Tampa Bay NFL match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Lions a 68% chance of defeating the Buccaneers at Ford Field.
Lions vs Buccaneers: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NFL game at Ford Field are listed below:
- Head to Head: Lions $1.38, Buccaneers $3.10
- Line: Lions -5.5 ($1.91), Buccaneers +5.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 53 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Lions at $1.38 and the Buccaneers at $3.10.
The Lions are listed as 5.5-point favourites against the Buccaneers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Buccaneers (+5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 53 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Lions and the Buccaneers have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 53-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Lions vs Buccaneers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Tampa Bay at $3.10 with Bet365
- Line: Buccaneers +5.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 53 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Lions vs Buccaneers betting tips are based on complex modelling and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Lions have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Buccaneers to win is our preferred option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Lions vs Buccaneers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Lions vs Buccaneers at Ford Field in Week 7 is the Lions prevailing 28-23.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Detroit vs Tampa Bay game in Week 7, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Lions vs Buccaneers: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score the first touchdown in Lions vs Buccaneers? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Detroit's Jahmyr Gibbs is the most likely player to score the first touchdown in Lions vs Buccaneers.
Gibbs has a 14.7% chance of scoring the first TD at Ford Field, while the Lions RB has a 62.1% chance of registering an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for the full list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Lions First TD Tips
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 14.7% probability
- David Montgomery: 10.9% probability
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 10.3% probability
- Sam LaPorta: 6.5% probability
- Jameson Williams: 5.0% probability
Buccaneers First TD Tips
- Rachaad White: 13.3% probability
- Mike Evans: 9.0% probability
- Sean Tucker: 4.8% probability
- Tez Johnson: 3.6% probability
- Sterling Shepard: 3.0% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Lions Anytime TD Tips
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 62.1% probability
- David Montgomery: 51.4% probability
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 49.3% probability
- Sam LaPorta: 35.0% probability
- Jameson Williams: 28.2% probability
Buccaneers Anytime TD Tips
- Rachaad White: 58.4% probability
- Mike Evans: 44.6% probability
- Sean Tucker: 27.2% probability
- Tez Johnson: 21.0% probability
- Sterling Shepard: 17.9% probability
Lions-Buccaneers Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Lions' Jared Goff is projected for 237 passing yards, while the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield is expected to throw for 251 yards.
Lions Starting QB
- Jared Goff: 237 projected passing yards
Buccaneers Starting QB
- Baker Mayfield: 251 projected passing yards
Lions Rushing Yards
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 74 projected yards
- David Montgomery: 47 projected yards
- Jared Goff: 5 projected yards
Buccaneers Rushing Yards
- Rachaad White: 69 projected yards
- Sean Tucker: 27 projected yards
- Baker Mayfield: 24 projected yards
Lions Receiving Yards
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 71 projected yards
- Jameson Williams: 48 projected yards
- Sam LaPorta: 46 projected yards
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 25 projected yards
- Isaac TeSlaa: 21 projected yards
Buccaneers Receiving Yards
- Mike Evans: 65 projected yards
- Cade Otton: 34 projected yards
- Tez Johnson: 33 projected yards
- Sterling Shepard: 32 projected yards
- Rachaad White: 24 projected yards
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Detroit vs Tampa Bay match-up.
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Lions vs Buccaneers: Week 7 Essential Details
The NFL Week 7 match-up between the Lions and Buccaneers at Ford Field is scheduled to begin at 10:00am AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Detroit Lions vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Date: Tuesday 21 October 2025
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Ford Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs Tampa Bay predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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