What we’re hearing on the Buccaneers: Coach Todd Bowles is very conscious of how explosive the Bills’ offense can be, namely QB Josh Allen (running and passing) and RB James Cook III. Buffalo averages the second-most yards per game (384.4) and leads the NFL in rushing yards (153.2). After yielding several explosive plays against the Patriots last week, the Bucs are trying to keep that from happening again. “[Cook’s] dangerous,” Bowles said. “He’s very dangerous. He can do a lot of things running and catching the football. if you’re a half-step late, he’s going to take it to the house.” — ESPN Staff
What we’re hearing on the Bills: The Bills’ defense is starting to get a bit healthier, with rookie DT T.J. Sanders (knee) set to be activated from injured reserve. The group will look to bounce back against the run after allowing the Dolphins to rush for their season high of 197 yards. “We didn’t get the guy on the ground in the situations we needed to, and that’s across the board,” coordinator Bobby Babich said. “And when you think it’s getting better, all of a sudden, [the Dolphins] game shows up. And you look back at it, you’re like, why? So, we’ve got to answer that why. And I know the guys will respond to it.” — Alaina Getzenberg
Stat to know: Allen has exactly two turnovers in all three of the Bills’ losses. He has one turnover in their six wins. — ESPN Research
Bold prediction: Bills RB Ty Johnson will record at least 40 receiving yards. Johnson could be the latest running back to take advantage of Bucs LB SirVocea Dennis’ coverage struggles. — Walder
Fantasy nugget: Bucs RB Rachaad White is set to start once again. White has handled lead-back duties for six straight weeks as Bucky Irving works back from shoulder and foot injuries. White has recorded double-digit carries in each of his past five games but has cooled off recently, totaling just 26.9 fantasy points over his past three outings. However, the Bills’ defense has allowed the eighth-most fantasy points per game to RBs this season. See Week 11 rankings. — Moody
Betting nugget: The Bucs have covered six straight after a loss. They are 8-1 ATS after a loss over the past two seasons and 13-4 ATS since acquiring Baker Mayfield.
Maldonado’s pick: Bills 27, Buccaneers 20
Moody’s pick: Bills 27, Buccaneers 24
Walder’s pick: Bills 27, Buccaneers 17
FPI prediction: BUF, 60.8% (by an average of 4.1 points)
