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Week 16

Tampa Bay

7-7

Carolina

-3 (-105)o45½ (-110)

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers Betting Trends

Updated:Dec 20, 2025 1:24 AM EST

Get ready for an exciting NFL showdown on December 21, 2025, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. This matchup promises thrilling Sunday football action, broadcasted on FOX, where bettors can dive deep into the latest betting trends and game insights.

The Buccaneers, led by starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, face a Panthers defense that ranks strong in pass defense, creating a compelling quarterback advantage scenario. Carolina counters with Andy Dalton at QB, who will look to exploit Tampa Bay's run defense, which has allowed an average of 23.7 rushing yards per game. The Panthers' offensive line, though slightly questionable with some injuries, aims to protect Dalton against the Buccaneers' formidable pass rush led by key defensive ends.

Recent performance stats reveal Tampa Bay's offense averages 203.4 passing yards per game with a solid 33.3 completions per game, while Carolina's defense allows 215.5 passing yards but excels in limiting rushing yards to 116 per game. Tampa Bay's defense gives up 246.9 passing yards and 101.4 rushing yards on average, indicating a balanced defensive challenge for both quarterbacks.

The betting odds favor Tampa Bay as a 3-point favorite with a total points line set at 45.5. This spread suggests a close game where the under bet may be attractive given both teams' recent tendencies towards moderate scoring games. Bettors should consider the Panthers' 8-6 ATS record at home and Tampa Bay's 5-9 ATS away record, as shown on our NFL standings page, for informed wagering.

In their last encounter on December 29, 2024, Tampa Bay dominated Carolina 48-14 at Raymond James Stadium, a result that could influence betting confidence. However, team dynamics and injuries have shifted since then, making this upcoming game less predictable.

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5-9 (28th)Against the Spread8-6 (9th)

7-7 (18th)Straight Up7-7 (17th)

-1.5Straight Up Units+10.0

8-6Over / Under7-7

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23.4Points18.9

11.6First Half8

11.7Second Half10.9

3.4First Quarter4.3

8.3Second Quarter3.7

6.8Third Quarter4.6

4.9Fourth Quarter6.1

316.6Total Yards309

5.4Yards Per Play5.5

203.4Passing Yards183.4

20.3 - 33.3 (60.9%)Completions-Attempts19.3 - 30.3 (63.7%)

5.7Yards Per Passing Play5.6

2.2 (15)Sacks (Yards)2.2 (16)

113.2Rushing Yards125.6

27.2Attempts28.6

4.2Yards Per Rush4.4

19.31st Downs18.9

9.9Passing10.4

6.8Rushing6.8

2.6Penalties1.7

5.1 / 13.3 (38.7%)3rd Down4.7 / 12.4 (37.9%)

0.8 / 1.9 (40.7%)4th Down1.6 / 2.4 (69.7%)

1.6 / 2.9 (53.7%)Red Zone1.4 / 2.8 (51.3%)

5.4 (42.2)Penalties (Yards)5.9 (47.6)

1.1Turnovers1.4

0.9Interceptions0.9

0.3Fumbles Lost0.6

62.7Total Plays61.1

5Kickoffs4.4

3.6Returns3.5

86.8Return Yards84.7

24.3Yards Per Return24.2

4Punts3.4

1.6Returns1.4

18.4Return Yards10

11.2Yards Per Return7.4

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers Betting Trends

ATS Records

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Carolina

TEAM MATCHUP

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Recent Results

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