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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions - Bucs go 2-0 on the road to open the season
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are predicted to secure their second straight road win in NFL Week 2 against the Houston Texans. Both teams have demonstrated stout run defenses, keeping rushing yards under control, but Tampa’s stronger passing game, led by Baker Mayfield, gives them an edge. Houston’s offense struggled in their opener, lacking protection for C.J. Stroud. Key action points: expect a pass-focused game plan from both teams, Mayfield targeting over 227.5 yards, and veteran Mike Evans capitalizing on opportunities in the end zone.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans Expert NFL Tips for Week 2
- Kick Off is at 9:00 AM AEST at NRG Stadium
- Both teams strong against the run; expect pass-heavy gameplay.
- Baker Mayfield likely to exceed 227.5 passing yards and connect with Mike Evans.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans NFL Week 2 Tips
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions
Tampa will take their second road win in two weeks when they take down the Texans in Houston in Week 2.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions
- Head to Head Record
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers Form
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers Betting Trends
- Houston Texans Form
- Houston Texans Betting Trends
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans Frequently Asked Questions
Neither the Bucs or the Texans hit the spot for me last week, however I was more disappointed in Houston and there were some moments that got me excited when watching Tampa Bay.
The offensive line needed to improve in Houston, but after their game against the Rams, it doesn’t look like it. Stroud was unable to move the ball and with Tank Dell out he is struggling to find targets.
The Bucs on the other hand got an important road win against division rivals Atlanta and although their defence still had problems against the pass they stuffed the Falcons dual-run threat with Robinson and Allgeier. Baker Mayfield was impressive when he needed to be and with Chris Godwin out rookie Emeka Egbuka stood up in his first NFL match.
I expect this match to be pass heavy with both defences strong against the run. I have faith that Mayfield will be more accurate than he was against Atlanta finding windows in the Texans secondary.
Mike Evans didn’t connect with Mayfield in the endzone in Week 1, which is rare, and with more attention being given to Egbuka, expect the veteran wide receiver to find some more space against the Texans.
- Tampa Bay were 5-3 on the road last season
- Neither Tampa Bay nor Houston gave up more than 73 yards rushing in Week 1.
- Baker Mayfield threw for over 227.5 yards in 64.7% of his games in 2024.
- Mike Evans had 11 touchdowns in 14 games last season.
Head to Head Record
All Time Record
Houston Texans lead all-time series 5-1.
Most Recent Matchup
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2023 |
Statistical Rankings
| Stat | TAM | HOU |
|---|---|---|
| Points Scored/Game | 23.0 (12th) | 9.0 (30th) |
| Points Allowed/Game | 20.0 (14th) | 14.0 (10th) |
| Pass Yds/Game | 159 (22nd) | 151 (24th) |
| Rush Yds/Game | 101 (17th) | 114 (13th) |
| Def. Pass Yds/Game | 289 (29th) | 224 (23rd) |
| Def. Rush Yds/Game | 69 (7th) | 72 (9th) |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Form
If I am being honest, I expected a little more from Baker and the crew in Tampa, who were tipped to dominate in the NFC South and even be a dark horse for the Super Bowl. Yes they got a 23-20 win against the Falcons, but it wasn’t pretty.
Maybe that is a little extreme but there are not many days when Baker Mayfield throws well under 200 yards, happening just 4 times last season. The Bucs QB was quiet with just 167 yards, however he played the field in front of him and still managed to throw 3 touchdown passes, including a two-minute drill conversion to win the game with a bullet post-route to rookie Emeka Egbuka.
Defensively, Tampa did a job on Atlanta’s dangerous run game, holding Bijian Robinson to just 24 yards and Tyler Allgeier to 24 yards. However, stopping the pass was their weakness in 2024 (ranked 4th worst) and it appears not much has changed with Michael Penix Jr. throwing for 298 yards and 27 completions.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Betting Trends
| Team | Record | ATS | O/U | Away | Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TB | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 | 0-0-0 |
Houston Texans Form
If I was disappointed in the Bucs then I am distraught thinking about the Texans, who I have backed heavily in futures this season. It was a tall task to head to L.A and take down the Rams but to lose 14-9 and not score a touchdown has me worried.
Improvements were “made” to the offensive line to protect C.J Stroud but it didn’t appear in the first game of the season that the third-year QB had more time available to throw, being pressured 8 times in the match and sacked 3 times.
The positive is that the Texans defence held up well against the Rams allowing just 14 points and containing the run game of Kyren Williams to just 66 yards. A little work is needed against the pass with Stafford throwing for 245 yards and a 72.4 completion percentage, which was above his 2024 averages.
Houston Texans Betting Trends
| Team | Record | ATS | O/U | Away | Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 HOU | 0-1-0 | 0-1-0 | 0-1-0 | 0-1-0 | 0-0-0 |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans start?
Kickoff between Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans is at 9:00 AM AEST, Tuesday
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You can watch Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans on DAZN
Verdict
This game will be pass-heavy with the rushing yards tally staying under 210.5 yards combined. The Bucs will get the road win with Baker the star, throwing for over 227.5 passing yards and finding Mike Evans in the endzone.
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