The public often underestimates the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as large underdog (+7.5+), the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hold a record of 11-5-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +31.2% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $5 over this period.

🔥 Elite Edge
Record11-5-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size16 games
ROI+31.2%
Units Won+5.0u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20141-0-00.0%+90.9%
20152-0-00.0%+90.9%
20160-1-00.0%-100.0%
20171-2-00.0%-36.4%
20182-0-00.0%+90.9%
20192-0-00.0%+90.9%
20201-1-00.0%-4.5%
20221-0-00.0%+90.9%
20231-0-00.0%+90.9%
20240-1-00.0%-100.0%

Why This Trend Exists

The sample size here reveals a critical data limitation that bettors must recognize - with effectively zero games as large underdogs since 2014, this trend lacks statistical significance. However, the psychological framework behind Tampa Bay's historical performance in these spots offers valuable insight into how championship-caliber organizations respond to adversity. The Buccaneers' organizational culture under the Glazer ownership has consistently emphasized resilience and preparation, traits that become amplified when facing significant point spreads. Teams with established veteran leadership and coaching stability typically perform better as large underdogs because they maintain structural integrity when external expectations are low. Tampa Bay's roster construction, particularly during their championship windows, has featured players who thrive in high-pressure situations where they can play with house money. The key actionable insight for bettors is to be extremely cautious when evaluating any trend with such limited sample data. While the ROI appears attractive, the lack of recent games in this spot makes it essentially meaningless for predictive purposes. This trend matters most when Tampa Bay faces elite opponents in primetime or playoff scenarios where the spread reflects public perception rather than true talent differential, but only if sufficient sample size develops to validate the pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers's ATS record as large underdog (+7.5+)?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have an 11-5-0 ATS record as large underdogs (+7.5 or more) from 2014-2024. This represents a 68.8% ATS win rate over 16 games in this situation.

Is betting on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as large underdog (+7.5+) profitable?

Yes, betting on the Buccaneers as large underdogs has been highly profitable with a 31.2% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite never winning these games outright (0% win rate), they consistently cover the spread at a strong rate.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Buccaneers' 68.8% ATS rate as large underdogs significantly outperforms the typical league average of around 50% for underdogs. Their 31.2% ROI indicates exceptional value in this betting situation over the past decade.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.