Buccaneers at Lions predictions: Expert picks for NFL Week 7

After a drama-filled game with the Kansas City Chiefs, the Detroit Lions fell to 4-2, losing due to mistakes and some learning of the rulebook. The Lions need to focus on the now, though, as they return home for a “Monday Night Football” game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs enter 5-1, and the top team of the NFC, as these two battle once again in a highly-contested matchup.

“They’re playing hot football. It’s a very good team,” Campbell said. “Baker (Mayfield), you guys know I got a lot of respect for him. The way he plays, his leadership, his ability to push the ball down the field, make plays with his legs—I just think he’s playing at a high level. He’s a guy that gives them a chance anytime they’re in a game. They play really good defense. They got a good old line—those guys are tough, physical, and they play hard. They have a run game, and they got a good special teams unit. It’s a good team. It’s a really good team.”

Here’s a look at our Pride of Detroit staff picks for the Lions in Week 7:

Brandon Knapp (4-2): Lions 31-21 (Scouting Report, Bold Prediction, Before the Roar Podcast)

Ryan Mathews (4-2): Lions 31-21

Alex Reno (4-2): Lions 34-18

Ty Schalter (4-2): Lions 33-28

Erik Schlitt (4-2): Lions 31-27 (Scheme Breakdown, Honolulu Blueprint Offense, Defense)

John Whiticar (4-2): Bucs 31-27

Hamza Baccouche (3-2): Bucs 31-28

Morgan Cannon (3-3): Lions 30-23 (Film Breakdown, Before the Roar Podcast)

Max Gerber (3-3): Bucs 31-28

Al Karsten (3-3): Lions 35-31

Jeremy Reisman (3-3): Bucs 27-24 (On Paper)

Kellie Rowe (3-3): Lions 27-24

Meko Scott (3-3): Lions 27-21 (Before the Roar Podcast)

Zac Snyder (3-3): Lions 27-24

For the rest of what the POD staff predicted for the NFL, check out our Week 7 predictions: Moneyline, spread, and over/under.

Now, it’s your turn to have your voice heard. Share what you think the game score will be in the comment section at the bottom of the page and vote in the poll directly below. Can Detroit rebound from the loss last week, or will Tampa Bay come in and prove they are the top dog in the NFC?

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