Buccaneers vs. Titans: Live updates, score, results, highlights, for Sunday's NFL game
Live scores, highlights and updates from the Buccaneers vs. Titans football game
The Buccaneers are on a three-game streak of home losses, the Titans a seven-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will take on the Tennessee Titans at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday. The Buccaneers will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each match than the last.
Tampa Bay started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Houston. They fell just short of the Texans by a score of 39-37. Considering how many points were scored, both coaches might be spending a little more time focusing on defense before their next games.
Despite their defeat, the Buccaneers saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Baker Mayfield, who threw for 265 yards and two touchdowns, was perhaps the best of all. Rachaad White was another key contributor, gaining 119 total yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, the Titans were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Thursday as they fell 20-16 to the Steelers.
Derrick Henry put forth a good effort for the losing side as he rushed for 75 yards and a touchdown.
Tampa Bay has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season. As for Tennessee, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 3-5.
Not only did the two teams lose their last games, but neither team managed to cover the spread. As for their next game, the matchup is expected to be close, with the Buccaneers going off as just a 1-point favorite. This contest will be the Titans' fourth straight as the underdogs (so far over this stretch they are 1-2 against the spread).
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