Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers expert picks, score predictions

Our expert staff make their Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers picks and score predictions for Week 6.

Can the Detroit Lions continue their winning ways and go 5-1 for the fifth time since the 1950s?

Can the Lio of DetroitThis is the question on everyone’s mind this week as the Lions travel to Florida to face their former divisional rivals. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a remarkable 3-1 record and are looking to validate that mark. While they haven’t beaten any elite teams yet, it’s clear why they’re winning. Left tackle Tristan Wirfs, receivers Mike Evan and Chris Godwin, nose tackle Vita Vea, linebackers Lavonte David and Shaq Barrett, and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. are all standouts.

ns maintain their winning streak and improve to 5-1 for the seventh time since the 1950s?

But the Lions also boast a strong, deep roster, and they’re in the midst of a steam-rolling three-game winning streak.

Our staff made their predictions for this week’s game, and only one of us has the Bucs pulling off the minor upset.

Here’s a look at our score predictions for Sunday.

Hamza Baccouche (4-1): 23-21 Bucs
Meko Scott (4-1): 21-13 Lions
Alex Reno (4-1): 38-24 Lions
Brandon Knapp (4-1): 31-21 Lions
Ryan Mathews (4-1): 27-21 Lions
Kellie Rowe (3-1): 27-20 Lions
Morgan Cannon (3-2): 31-24 Lions
Jerry Mallory (3-2): 23-16 Lions
Jeremy Reisman (3-2): 27-20 Lions
Erik Schlitt (3-2): 27-20 Lions
Kyle Yost (3-2): 27-24 Lions
Chris Perfett (0-0-5): 27-27 Tie
John Whiticar (2-3): 28-20 Lions

You can see all of our Week 6 picks here.

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