Who The Experts Are Taking in Packers vs. Buccaneers

The Green Bay Packers enter Sunday’s contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, looking to rebound following an embarrassing 35-14 loss to the  Atlanta Falcons in Week 3. Meanwhile, the  Buccaneers lost 23-16 to the Minnesota Vikings, dropping to 0-3.

The Packers come in optimistic with a revamped offensive line and an overall better roster. The Buccaneers, still looking for their first victory, will start undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels with Baker Mayfield out with a thumb injury.

In a matchup of struggling teams, it’s hard to predict which team will come out on top. However, most of the experts predict the Packers to win.

National Predictions

NFL.com – Buccaneers, 24-21

ESPN – Packers, 20, Buccaneers 17

USA Today – Packers 21, Buccaneers 17

The Sporting News – Packers 26, Buccaneers 20

What Are The Experts Saying?

“Once upon a time, undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito led the Giants to a shocking upset over the Packers, rushing for 71 yards while throwing for another 158 and a touchdown. That was against a 2023 version of Green Bay playing far better than a Packers squad currently in full-blown crisis mode. With Baker Mayfield out several weeks due to a dislocated thumb, undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels, who impressed enough in preseason to win the backup job, has a chance to pen a similar story.”  – Bobby Kownack, NFL.com

“Green Bay can’t run the ball, and its struggling offensive line leaves Love under constant pressure. Tampa Bay’s aggressive blitzing can disrupt drives, and its stout run defense keeps everything on Love. Even against a rookie QB, these Packers are tough to trust.” – Pamela Maldonado, ESPN.com  

“These are two of the biggest disappointments in the NFL so far this season, but at least the Packers have a win. Jordan Love and company will double their win total in Tampa Bay.” – Jeremy Cluff, USA Today

“Remember when Pete Axthelm used to reference this game as the “Bay of Pigs”? It’s looking that way for both teams. Green Bay’s offensive line struggles will continue if there is no run support behind Jordan Love. Baker Mayfield has a dislocated thumb and will miss time, meaning the Buccaneers might have to turn to rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels, a Kansas product. Which team can you trust?” – Bill Bender, The Sporting News