Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving is a game time decision, as is safety Christian Izien which is very problematic for a beat up Bucs defense

The Bucs' offense has to control the game from the start and dominate time of possession - which their run game can accomplish if they play up to their potential. Meanwhile, the defense just has to not shoot themselves in the foot.

Against the Los Angeles Chargers, Vita Vea has an opportunity to shine while Baker Mayfield needs to get the turnovers under control

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