Overview
- New England (7-2) visits Tampa Bay (6-2) at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. ET.
- Opening betting lines list the Buccaneers as favorites at -4.5 with a -225 moneyline and an over/under of 46.5.
- The Patriots arrive on a six-game winning streak with rookie quarterback Drake Maye driving their surge.
- Injury outlook remains pivotal, with Mike Evans previously ruled out for the season and Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving listed with uncertain statuses.
- Previews split on outcomes, as USA TODAY panel picks are mixed against the spread and ClutchPoints offers dueling predictions ranging from a comfortable Bucs win to a narrow Patriots victory.