Chargers vs. Buccaneers 2024 Prediction, Odds, Picks - Dec 15

Published Dec. 13, 2024 4:43 p.m. ET

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) will be attempting to extend a three-game winning streak against the Los Angeles Chargers (8-5). Despite that, the Chargers are the favorites, expected to win by at least a field goal but less than a touchdown (currently -3). The expected point total for the matchup is set at 45.5.

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Chargers vs. Buccaneers Odds & Betting Lines

Chargers vs. Buccaneers Prediction & Pick

• Pick ATS: Buccaneers (+3)
  
• Pick OU: Under (45.5)
  
• Prediction: Chargers 23 - Buccaneers 22

How to Watch Los Angeles vs. Tampa Bay

• Game Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
• Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
• Venue: SoFi Stadium
• Location: Inglewood, California
• TV: Watch on FOX
• Live Boxscore: FOX Sports

Chargers vs. Buccaneers Recent Matchups

• In their past four matchups, Tampa Bay holds a split 2-2 record against Los Angeles.
• Over their last four head-to-head contests, Los Angeles has put up 117 points, while Tampa Bay has compiled 110.

Los Angeles Betting Info

• Los Angeles has played 13 games, posting 10 wins against the spread.
• The Chargers have won each of their four games this season when playing as at least 3-point favorites.
• Los Angeles games this year have gone over the total in four out of 13 opportunities (30.8%).
• The Chargers have an 8-1 record in games they played as moneyline favorite (winning 88.9% of those games).
• The Chargers have an implied win probability, based on the moneyline, of 58.7%.

Chargers Stats

Los Angeles' Key Players

Offense

• Justin Herbert has thrown for 2,764 yards, 14 touchdowns and one interception this year. He is averaging 212.6 yards per game and 7.6 per attempt, while completing 63.9% of his attempts.
• He has also rushed for 224 yards (third on the Chargers) and added two touchdowns on the ground, while averaging 17.2 rushing yards per game.
• Ladd McConkey has caught 58 passes on 81 targets for 815 total yards and four touchdowns. He is averaging 4.8 catches and 67.9 yards per game in 12 games.
• Quentin Johnston has seven touchdown catches this season (sixth in the NFL), and has 29 receptions for 414 yards on 53 targets, while averaging 2.6 catches and 37.6 yards per game.
• Josh Palmer has 30 receptions for 492 yards and one touchdown. He's been targeted 50 times in the passing game, and averages 2.5 receptions and 41.0 yards in 12 games played.

Defense

• On the defensive side for the Chargers, Daiyan Henley has put up 117 tackles, 6.0 TFL, and one sack in 2024.
• Derwin James has 3.5 sacks (fifth on the Chargers) in addition to his 6.0 TFL, 77 tackles, and one interception.
• Tuli Tuipulotu has totaled 35 tackles, 9.0 TFL, 7.5 sacks, and two passes defended.
• Khalil Mack has 5.0 sacks (second on the Chargers) in addition to his 5.0 TFL and 35 tackles this year.

Tampa Bay Betting Info

• Tampa Bay has gone 8-5-0 against the spread this year.
• So far this year, the Buccaneers have been installed as underdogs by a 3-point margin or more four times and are 3-1 ATS in those contests.
• Tampa Bay games have gone over the total eight times this season.
• The Buccaneers have won two of the seven games they've played as underdogs this season.
• The sportsbooks' moneyline implies a 45.5% chance of a victory for the Buccaneers.

Buccaneers Stats

Tampa Bay's Key Players

Offense

• Baker Mayfield has passed for 3,329 yards this year (to rank fifth in the NFL), with 28 touchdowns (third in the NFL) and 13 interceptions. He is completing 70.2% of his passes while averaging 256.1 yards per game and 7.6 per attempt.
• Mayfield has also rushed for three touchdowns and 240 yards (third on the Buccaneers).
• Bucky Irving has scored six rushing touchdowns, while totaling 735 rushing yards (5.4 per attempt and 56.5 per game).
• Irving has also picked up 300 receiving yards (23.1 per game) on 36 catches (2.8 per game). He's been targeted 38 times and is still looking for his first receiving touchdown.
• Rachaad White has rushed for three touchdowns this year, and has totaled 509 rushing yards (42.4 per game and 4.2 per carry).
• White has helped in the passing game, picking up 322 receiving yards (26.8 per game) on 41 catches (3.4 per game), while being targeted 46 times. He has five receiving touchdowns.
• Mike Evans has been targeted 68 times, resulting in 43 catches for 590 yards (sixth in the NFL).

Defense

• So far in 2024, Lavonte David has put up 92 tackles, 6.0 TFL, four sacks, and one interception through 13 games.
• Zyon McCollum has 1.0 TFL, 64 tackles, and two interceptions over 13 games.
• During the 2024 season, YaYa Diaby has 40 tackles, 8.0 TFL, and two sacks in 12 games.
• Vita Vea has 6.0 sacks (first on the Buccaneers) as well as 9.0 TFL and 35 tackles.

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