Tennessee Titans @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 8/9/2025 7:30 PM EDT

We have your Tennessee Titans @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Tennessee Titans hit the road to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Tennessee Titans @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Tennessee Titans -160 (BetMGM), Tampa Bay Buccaneers +150 (Caesars)
Best Spread Odds: Tennessee Titans -3.0 (-110 at Fanduel), Tampa Bay Buccaneers +3.0 (-105 at Caesars)
Best Total Odds: Over 32.5 (-115 at Caesars), Under 32.5 (-102 at BetMGM)

Game Info

Date: August 9, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM EDT
Location: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida
TV: WFLA-TV (Tampa Bay), WKRN-News 2 (Nashville), Titans Preseason TV Network

Tennessee Titans @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers Preview

The NFL preseason kicks off for both the Tennessee Titans and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a compelling matchup at Raymond James Stadium. All eyes will be on the Tennessee Titans as No. 1 overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, makes his highly anticipated NFL debut. Ward has already been named the Titans' starter, and he is expected to play a significant portion of this game, with other Titans starters also slated to see action. This will be a crucial opportunity for Ward to gain valuable preseason reps and prepare for the regular season.

On the other side, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are taking a more cautious approach. With starting quarterback Baker Mayfield dealing with a minor hand injury during training camp, it's anticipated that Buccaneers starters will see very limited, if any, playing time. Head coach Todd Bowles is expected to focus on evaluating the team's second and third-string players. The Titans and Buccaneers also held a joint practice earlier this week in Tampa, providing an early look at both squads.

For the Titans, this game is the first step in defining their identity for the 2025 campaign, especially given recent questions surrounding their offensive direction. A strong showing from Ward and the starters could provide a much-needed boost of confidence for the franchise.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The head-to-head history between the Tennessee Titans and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is notably limited and evenly split. Across all recorded matchups in our dataset, both the Titans and the Buccaneers have secured one victory each, with no ties. This indicates a very balanced, albeit small, sample size of past encounters between these two teams.

Pick: Tennessee Titans -3.0

Our pick for this preseason opener is the Tennessee Titans -3.0. The primary factor driving this decision is the stark difference in how each team plans to utilize their key players. The Tennessee Titans are committed to playing their starters, most notably No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, who is expected to see significant snaps. This provides a substantial advantage in a preseason context where continuity and talent on the field are paramount.

Conversely, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are likely to rest their starters, including quarterback Baker Mayfield, who is nursing a minor hand injury. Their focus will be on evaluating depth players, which typically leads to less cohesive play compared to a team deploying its first-string unit. Given the Titans' intent to play their starters and Ward's promising preseason performance, they are well-positioned to cover the 3-point spread against a Buccaneers team prioritizing player evaluation and health.