Buccaneers vs. Panthers Week 18 Predictions, Odds and Stats

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Our computer model predicts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will take down the Carolina Panthers on Saturday, Jan. 3 at 4:30 p.m. ET. For a complete projection on the matchup at Raymond James Stadium, which includes our prediction on the spread, over/under, and final score, keep scrolling.

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Buccaneers vs. Panthers Game Info and TV Channel

When: Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET
Where: Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida
TV: ABC/ESPN
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Buccaneers vs. Panthers Odds and Betting Info

Spread favorite: Buccaneers (-3)
Moneyline: Buccaneers (-151), Panthers (+127)
Total: 43.5 points

Buccaneers vs. Panthers Prediction

Pick ATS: Buccaneers (-3)
Pick OU: Over (43.5)

Prediction:

Buccaneers 24 - Panthers 20

Prediction derived from a team strength comparison algorithm. Multiple factors such as strength of wins and scoring margin are used to make this projection.

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Buccaneers vs. Panthers Betting Insights

The Buccaneers are 5-11-0 ATS this season.
The Panthers have covered nine times in 16 games with a spread this season.
Tampa Bay has covered the spread twice when favored by 3 points or more this season (in eight opportunities).
Carolina has an ATS record of 7-5 when playing as at least 3-point underdogs this year.
Buccaneers games have hit the over eight out of 16 times this season.
In 2025, seven Panthers games have hit the over.

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