Buccaneers vs Texans: Odds, Spread, and Total
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hope to win two games in a row and tighten up their defense slightly. The Bucs are 1-0 and defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 23-20, in Week…
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hope to win two games in a row and tighten up their defense slightly.
The Bucs are 1-0 and defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 23-20, in Week 1. It was a back-and-forth game, but Tampa managed to win late. The Buccaneers lost in time of possession but controlled the ball. They went 1-for-1 in the red zone and could have run the ball more. The passing defense needs improvement, but the club found a way to win and respond to each score. Quarterback Baker Mayfield completed 17 of 32 throws for three touchdowns.
The Houston Texans are 0-1 and fell to the Los Angeles Rams 14-9 in Week 1. Houston led 9-7 at halftime and was shut out in the second half. The total yards of offense were fairly even, while the Texans had a tiny advantage in time of possession. Houston lost in turnovers by a 2-to-1 margin and needs to reduce penalty minutes. They rushed the ball well, but went 2 for 9 on third downs. The Texans went 0-for-1 in the red zone and 1-for-3 on red zone stops.
Spread
- Buccaneers +2.5 (-103)
- Texans -2.5 (-105)
Moneyline
- Buccaneers +123
- Texans -138
Total
- Over 42.5 (-110)
- Under 42.5 (-106)
*The above data was collected on September 12, 2025, and may have changed since writing.
Buccaneers vs Texans Betting Trends
- The total has gone OVER in 11 of Tampa Bay's last 16 games.
- Tampa Bay is 7-2 SU in its last nine games.
- Tampa Bay is 0-5 SU in its last five games against Houston.
- Houston is 2-4 SU in its last six games.
- Houston is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home.
- Houston is 1-4 SU in its last five games against an opponent in the National Football Conference.
Buccaneers vs Texans Injury Reports
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Luke Goedeke, OT - Questionable
- Haason Reddick, LB - Questionable
- Zyon McCollum, CB - Questionable
- Ko Kieft, TE - Questionable
- Greg Gaines, DT - Questionable
- Tristan Wirfs, OT - Doubtful
- Chris Godwin Jr. WR - Doubtful
- Jaden Smith, WR - Injured Reserve
- Jalen McMillan, WR - Injured Reserve
- JJ Roberts, S - Injured Reserve
- David Walker, LB - Injured Reserve
Houston Texans
- Christian Kirk, WR - Questionable
- Braxton Berrios, WR - Questionable
- Cade Stover, TE - Injured Reserve
- Ed Ingram, G - Questionable
- Jake Andrews, C - Questionable
- Denico Autry, DE - Out
- Joe Mixon, RB - Out
- Alijah Huzzie, CB - Out
- Jaylen Reed, S - Injured Reserve
- Irv Smith Jr., TE - Injured Reserve
- Tank Dell, WR - Out
- Jimmie Ward, S - Out
- Brevin Jordan, TE - Injured Reserve
- Kyonte Hamilton, DT - Injured Reserve
- Kurt Hinish, DT - Out
Buccaneers vs Texans Predictions and Picks
Tampa Bay is ranked 22nd in passing yards, 17th in rushing yards, 12th in points scored, and 14th in points allowed. The Bucs offensive line will be taxed, and they will attempt to counter the Texans' pressure. Last week, Tampa Bay's offense got off to a poor start, but once it picked up, scoring came quickly. They will attempt to protect the ball and make some big plays at the appropriate time.
Houston is ranked 24th in passing yards, 13th in rushing yards, 30th in total points scored, and 10th in points allowed. The Texans lead the all-time series 5-1. QB C.J. Stroud struggled in Week 1, throwing 0 touchdown passes. He will try to amp up his game and go after the Bucs secondary. Nico Collins will want to have a great game for Houston. The Texans have a strong run defense, so Mayfield will need to make some excellent passes.
Best Bet: Texans Moneyline
Despite not scoring much, Houston was able to hang with a strong Rams team. Stroud will be ready to start the passing game against a poor Buccaneers secondary. Mayfield will face greater pressure this week, but he will still find ways to create plays. The Texans will also want to score in the second half and make key defensive stops late in the game.
