Panthers vs. Buccaneers: NFL Week 13 Odds & Picks (2023)
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NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Panthers vs. Buccaneers
Panthers vs. Buccaneers
The Frank Reich era is over in Carolina seemingly before it even started. A horrendous defense (29th in DVOA) and a somehow even worse offense (30th in DVOA) is the most obvious culprit. The way Bryce Young has struggled and CJ Stroud, who was picked one pick later, looks to be running away with OROY played a role too. All the numbers suggest that Tampa should win this game and win it easily. However, historical data for interim coaches in their first game suggests otherwise. Since 2010, after firing a coach, teams are now 16-12 SU and 17-11 ATS. It’s a pretty significant trend considering before the firings, those teams were well under .500 ATS on the season. The trends won’t fare well for Chris Tabor going forward, but in this instance the Panthers have a great opportunity for a bounce back against a reeling Tampa Bay team.
Pick: Panthers +5.5
-Ryan Rodeman
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