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Buccaneers vs. Lions prediction: Detroit favored to win MNF Week 7, 2025
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions predictions for NFL Monday.
NFL action continues on Monday at 7:00PM ET as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off with the favored Detroit Lions at Ford Field.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NFL model predicts the Lions as the most likely winner of today's game.
This gameday Buccaneers vs. Lions betting preview builds on my Buccaneers vs. Lions prediction that was released earlier in the week.
For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Buccaneers vs. Lions predictions page.
Buccaneers vs. Lions predictions
Since our Buccaneers-Lions predictions earlier in the week, we have simulated the result of Monday's NFL matchup between the Buccaneers and Lions 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Lions a 67% chance of beating the Buccaneers in Week 7 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Lions winning 29-24.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and the Buccaneers and Lions each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 54.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
To see win probabilities for every matchup this week, check out our expert NFL Week 7 straight up picks.
Buccaneers vs. Lions odds
We have sourced the best NFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Buccaneers | Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +5.5 (-102) | -5.5 (-118) |
| Moneyline | +235 | -275 |
| Total | o54.5 (-105) | u54.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Buccaneers vs. Lions picks and best bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Buccaneers vs. Lions matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NFL picks and NFL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Buccaneers vs. Lions TD scorers
Who will score the first touchdown in Buccaneers vs. Lions?
According to our list of touchdown scorer predictions for today, Detroit's Jahmyr Gibbs is most likely to score the first touchdown in Buccaneers vs. Lions.
Our projections give Gibbs a 13.9% chance of scoring the first TD at Ford Field, while the Lions running back is a 59.7% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
First touchdown scorer predictions
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Rachaad White (RB) | 9.7% |
| Mike Evans (WR) | 8.3% |
| Emeka Egbuka (WR) | 7.3% |
Detroit Lions
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Jahmyr Gibbs (RB) | 13.9% |
| David Montgomery (RB) | 10.7% |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR) | 10.2% |
Anytime touchdown scorer predictions
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Rachaad White (RB) | 47.6% |
| Mike Evans (WR) | 42.6% |
| Emeka Egbuka (WR) | 38.6% |
Detroit Lions
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Jahmyr Gibbs (RB) | 59.7% |
| David Montgomery (RB) | 50.3% |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR) | 48.7% |
Buccaneers vs Lions player props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Buccaneers and Lions. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
Already a Dimers Pro member? Head to our NFL player projections page now to access player prop projections for every offensive player in this matchup and all other Week 7 games.
Buccaneers vs. Lions quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield is projected to throw for more yards than the Lions' Jared Goff.
Buccaneers rushing
Rachaad White, Baker Mayfield and Sean Tucker are projected to be the leading rushers for the Buccaneers.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Rachaad White | RB |
| Baker Mayfield | QB |
| Sean Tucker | RB |
Lions rushing
Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Jared Goff are expected to lead the Lions in rushing yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Jahmyr Gibbs | RB |
| David Montgomery | RB |
| Jared Goff | QB |
Buccaneers receiving
Mike Evans, Emeka Egbuka, Sterling Shepard, Cade Otton and Rachaad White are projected to top the receiving yards for the Buccaneers.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Mike Evans | WR |
| Emeka Egbuka | WR |
| Sterling Shepard | WR |
| Cade Otton | TE |
| Rachaad White | RB |
Lions receiving
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, Jahmyr Gibbs and Isaac TeSlaa are projected to lead the Lions in receiving yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR |
| Jameson Williams | WR |
| Sam LaPorta | TE |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | RB |
| Isaac TeSlaa | WR |
Bucs vs. Lions game-day updates and essential details
The NFL Week 7 action between the Lions and Buccaneers at Ford Field is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Detroit Lions
- Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Ford Field
Dimers' full preview of Monday's Buccaneers vs. Lions matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Lions, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Buccaneers in Week 7 of the NFL season.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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