Eagles vs. Buccaneers: Battered Bucs' Offense Clashes with Formidable Eagles Defense

Friday, September 27th, 2024

On Sunday at 1 p.m. EDT, the Philadelphia Eagles (2-1) will compete against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1), with the Eagles being favored by 2.5 points.

The Buccaneers lead the all-time series 12-11, but the Eagles hold a 9-8 advantage in regular-season matchups.

The Eagles have a highly-ranked offense in overall, rush, and scoring categories, while the Buccaneers' offense falls behind in these areas.

The Buccaneers' defense has slight struggles in overall and rush categories, whereas the Eagles show better performance in these defensive areas.

Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert has emerged as a key player, particularly with receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith out with injuries.

Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has been less utilized recently, and both quarterback Baker Mayfield and coach Todd Bowles have noted the need to get him more involved.

A critical matchup to observe is the Eagles' defensive front, led by Jalen Carter, going up against a Buccaneers offensive line that has allowed 12 sacks in the last two games.

Injury reports include DeVonta Smith being out, and A.J. Brown and Lane Johnson listed as questionable for the Eagles. For the Buccaneers, Luke Goedeke and Vita Vea are questionable.

The Eagles' defense initially struggled against the run, allowing 187 yards on 36 attempts in the first two games, but improved significantly against New Orleans, holding them to 41 yards on 12 carries.

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been exceptional, completing 70.6% of his passes and rushing for 42 touchdowns. He is one rushing touchdown away from tying Steve Young for the third most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback.

The Buccaneers have not allowed a touchdown pass

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