Minnesota Vikings vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers: prediction & pick

When Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers meet, our simulation gives the edge to Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Our projection has TB favored by roughly 1.5 points, a win probability near 55%, and a projected final of MIN 22 – TB 23.

Against the spread

Against the spread, our number and the market number are close — the model doesn't see enough of an edge here to make it a play. Sometimes the sharpest read is to pass, and this is one of those games.

Total (over/under)

For the over/under, our pace-adjusted projection lands near 44.5 points against the posted 44.5. That's too tight to bet with confidence — the total is best left alone here.

The projection

Running the matchup through the model produces a projected final score of MIN 22 – TB 23, built from each team's power rating, home-field advantage, and pace. See how the model works for the full methodology.

Bottom line: the model rates this a pass at 50% confidence. As always, shop for the best available number and size the bet to your bankroll — a single game never makes or breaks a season.