Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers TE Cade Otton vs Cincinnati

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will open their 2026 season Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

Cade Otton enters the matchup as an experienced target in Baker Mayfield’s passing attack. He also returns after signing a three-year contract extension with Tampa Bay this offseason.

Otton finished 2025 with 59 receptions for 572 yards and one touchdown. Cincinnati could present an appealing matchup for the veteran tight end.

Predicted Stat Line for Cade Otton vs Cincinnati Bengals

– Receptions: 5-7
– Receiving Yards: 55-80 yards
– Receiving Touchdowns: 1

Key Factors Influencing

– Cincinnati struggled against opposing tight ends last season, creating an intriguing matchup for Otton.

– Tampa Bay could lean on Otton if Cincinnati focuses heavily on the Buccaneers’ receivers.

– Emeka Egbuka is dealing with a toe injury, although he practiced fully Wednesday.

– Otton has established himself as a reliable receiving option throughout his Buccaneers career.

Final Stat Predictions

– Receptions: 6
– Receiving Yards: 68
– Receiving Touchdowns: 1

Otton could benefit from the attention Cincinnati must dedicate to Tampa Bay’s receiving weapons.

The matchup also gives Mayfield another opportunity to exploit the middle of the field. If Cincinnati prioritizes Tampa Bay’s receivers, Otton could find himself with favorable opportunities.

Prediction: 6 receptions, 68 receiving yards and one touchdown.