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Week 14: Bucs Win If / Saints Win If

ehinote · 2025-12-05T21:51:56Z

Welcome to the playoff push for the Bucs! In Coach Todd Bowles’ fourth season, making a run during the last five or six games to win the NFC South has become second nature. This year’s run started with last week’s victory against the Cardinals, and we’re hoping this week will be the Bucs’ second win, kicking off a streak that lasts at least until the first game against the Panthers. If we can secure victories in the next three games, we’ll lock in the division title. Let’s dive into this week’s matchup and see what each team needs to do to claim victory. BUCS WIN IF… Bucs on Offense: The Bucs are finally starting to resemble their original starting lineup, with players returning to the field. We’ve seen a few offensive linemen come back recently, and the return of Bucky Irving was a sight for sore eyes—he made an immediate impact. Now, let’s hope for a Jalen McMillan sighting this week or next, and maybe even Mike Evans before the Panthers game. With these returns, we need to see improved offensive execution (and I’m not referring to the type of execution former HC John McKay meant). The Saints had success pressuring Baker Mayfield in their first matchup, with Chase Young beating Tristan Wirfs for two sacks. Speaking of Wirfs, he’s currently questionable for Sunday’s game, so we’ll see if he suits up. Regardless of Wirfs’ status, I don’t anticipate giving Baker a lot of time to get the ball downfield. I hope to see a focus on the short to intermediate passing game as an extension of the run game, similar to our approach against the Cardinals. I liked the quick screens to Bucky and Rachaad White, and I’m hoping to see more from Emeka Egbuka, who looked more like his early-season self in parts of last week’s game. It would be ideal to lean on Bucky, Rachaad, and Sean Tucker in the second half to run out the clock. Have we done that even once this year? “Throw early, so we can run late.” Bucs on Defense: The Bucs defense should be able to slow down rookie Saints quarterback Tyler Shough, who still has a long way to go. Bowles’ defensive schemes should give him plenty of challenges. The Bucs must shut down the Saints’ run game and apply pressure on Shough early. I’m always cautious about Saints receiver Chris Olave, as he has the ability to exploit defensive gaps and put up big numbers. Hopefully, Tykee Smith and Antoine Winfield will keep a close watch on him over the top. Is anyone up for Haason Reddick getting 1.5 sacks on Sunday? That would be great! SAINTS WIN IF… Saints on Offense: The Saints need to find a way to produce in the running game, which will be tough without Alvin Kamara. They’ll likely lean on Devin Neal or Audric Estime, which is a challenging ask. Additionally, the Saints must get the ball out of Shough’s hands quickly with quick throws, and move the pocket. As the game progresses, he may have opportunities to take shots to Olave. They must be cautious with turnovers; they could have stayed competitive against the Bucs earlier this season if it weren’t for some unforced errors. Playing smart and protecting the ball will be crucial for keeping the score close. Watch out for Olave to rack up good fantasy numbers. Saints on Defense: The Saints defense performed well in their first meeting with the Bucs, allowing only one offensive touchdown. They should stick to rushing four, playing cover 2 or 4, and letting Cameron Jordan and Chase Young feast. Baker may force a pass or two into tight windows, and the Saints could capitalize with a critical turnover. Again, the Saints need to keep this game close for as long as possible—anything can happen in the fourth quarter. FINAL WORD The Bucs must win this game if they hope to take the division. Any slip-up will only fuel the momentum for the Panthers, and we need to shut down that hope over the next few weeks. Prediction: Bucs 27, Saints 16

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Pathetic

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:07 pm

GottaCoachItBetter

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Saints only have ONE first quarter TD all season.

Todd says, “Hold my beer”.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:07 pm

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Special Teams and Defense coming out hot. Let’s see if the offense matches their intensity.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:08 pm

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Ok offense can we resemble an nfl offense today please

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:08 pm

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Special Teams and Defense coming out hot. Let’s see if the offense matches their intensity.

”tOdD bOwLeS cAn wIn uS a sUpEr bOwL”

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Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:12 pm

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Chuk in over Heck. He can’t be worse.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:12 pm

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Barton is frustrating to watch

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:13 pm

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Ok offense can we resemble an nfl offense today please

Did the offense or the defense put the team in a hole to start the game?

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:15 pm

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Outstanding execution on that screen.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:17 pm

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Alright Grizz. Good balance on that opening drive just like the Patriots game. Script the first and you're making some improvements.

Now can you do it all game ?

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:18 pm

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Defense nice

Special teams hold lmfao

At some point you just have to laugh

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:24 pm

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Is that what they call a 3-and-out?

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:25 pm

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First Mate

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Barton is frustrating to watch

Our fans hold on to so many bullshit narratives. Barton is the least of our worries. Solid player.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:29 pm

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Yeah Grizz... Wtf you doing guy

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:36 pm

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Wtf kind of call is that?!?!

Grizz is such trash, man.

Posted : Dec. 7, 2025 2:36 pm

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