We’re creeping closer to the NFL postseason, which means games are mattering more and more for those teams fighting to reach the playoffs. That situation applies to both the Cincinnati Bengals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who meet at Raymond James Stadium. The Bengals are looking to win the AFC North ahead of the Ravens, while the Bucs are attempting to do the same in the paltry NFC South. Our expert has their best picks, predictions and best bets for this Bengals vs Buccaneers matchup.
Be sure not to miss any of our NFL picks for Week 15 — we went 11-2 on sides in Week 14!
NFL Cincinnati Bengals vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers expert predictions
Everyone keeps waiting for the Buccaneers to turn a corner, but it just doesn’t seem to be happening. Tampa and Tom Brady just got humiliated 35-7 by a 49ers team that was starting a 7th-round rookie at quarterback. As for the Bengals, they’re beginning to look more and more like the team that made it to the Super Bowl last season. Although the Bucs have home-field advantage in this one, they have their work cut out for them here trying to keep this Cincinnati team at bay.