Eagles vs. Buccaneers: Week 4 Preview, Predictions, and Odds

The Philadelphia Eagles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to clash in a highly anticipated Week 4 matchup on Sunday, September 29. Both teams enter the game with a 2-1 record, but their paths to this point have been marked by different challenges and performances.

Injury Concerns and Team Dynamics

The Eagles are dealing with significant injury concerns, particularly in their receiving corps. DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown are questionable for the game, which could severely impact the Eagles' passing attack. Without these key receivers, the Eagles will have to rely heavily on tight end Dallas Goedert and their robust running game, led by Saquon Barkley. Barkley has been a standout performer for the Eagles, with over 350 yards and four touchdowns in the first three games.

On the other hand, the Buccaneers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing home loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 3. Despite their struggles on the ground, ranking 25th in EPA per rush, the Buccaneers have a formidable passing game with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. However, they will face an Eagles secondary that, while not the strongest, is likely to bracket one of these receivers to limit the Bucs' passing threats.

Odds and Predictions

The current odds have the Eagles as slight favorites, with a spread of -1.5 to -2.5 points depending on the source. The moneyline favors the Eagles at around -125, while the Buccaneers are at +105 to +120. The over/under is set at 42.5 to 45 points.

Many experts are leaning towards the Buccaneers to cover the spread, given the Eagles' injury issues and their recent performance on the road. Jalen Hurts' record as a favorite away from home is also a concern, with a 7-14-1 ATS record in such situations.

The under is another popular bet, considering the defensive improvements shown by the Eagles in Week 3 and the potential for a low-scoring game given the Buccaneers' struggles on the ground and the Eagles' limited passing options.

How to Watch

The game will kick off at 1 p.m. ET from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa and will be broadcast live on FOX. It can also be streamed on various platforms such as YouTube TV.