Our Vikings vs Buccaneers prediction takes the unbeaten visitors in a game that should stay tight. Squawka Signal’s live read updates on this page through the week.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have lost 33-27 and then 23-19, which is two games and eight points from 2-0. The Minnesota Vikings have won twice while scoring five touchdowns. Small margins decide this one.
Minnesota Vikings @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Vikings vs Buccaneers: 2026 form so far
An unbeaten side and a winless one separated by very little. Each attack is set against what the opposite defence has allowed.
Vikings attack against the Buccaneers defence
| Per game | Vikings offence | Buccaneers allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 129.5 | 234.0 |
| Rushing yards | 113.0 | 75.0 |
| Yards per carry | 3.6 | 3.0 |
| Passer rating | 92.4 | 105.4 |
| Touchdowns | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Third-down conversion | 39.3% | 48.1% |
| Red-zone conversion | 80.0% | 37.5% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 3.0 | 1.5 |
Buccaneers attack against the Vikings defence
| Per game | Buccaneers offence | Vikings allow |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | 184.5 | 258.0 |
| Rushing yards | 113.0 | 100.0 |
| Yards per carry | 5.0 | 3.8 |
| Passer rating | 86.6 | 75.6 |
| Touchdowns | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Third-down conversion | 46.2% | 29.6% |
| Red-zone conversion | 37.5% | 14.3% |
| Sacks conceded / recorded | 3.5 | 4.0 |
Read these as a 2-game sample rather than settled form. Rates this early move a long way on one result.
Minnesota’s defence is the difference on paper: eight sacks, a 75.6 rating allowed and 25 points conceded across two games.
Vikings vs Buccaneers injury report and team news
Bucky Irving carried 17 times for 89 yards against Cleveland at 5.2 a carry.
Minnesota have recorded eight sacks in two games, including 15 quarterback hits on Jordan Love in the opener.
This section updates as soon as the Out, Doubtful and Questionable tags land.
Minnesota VikingsTampa Bay BuccaneersThe matchup that settles it: Tampa Bay’s ground game against Minnesota’s front
Tampa Bay average 5.0 yards a carry, their most reliable route to points, and Minnesota have conceded 3.8.
The Vikings have scored five touchdowns in two games and beat Chicago without one, which tells you how little margin they leave themselves.
Baker Mayfield has thrown one touchdown and one interception, and Tampa Bay have converted 37.5% in the red zone.
Players to watch
- Justin Jefferson (MIN, WR): Minnesota’s primary target in a passing game averaging 129.5 yards.
- Minnesota pass rush (MIN, DEF): Eight sacks in two games, with 15 quarterback hits against Green Bay.
- Bucky Irving (TB, RB): 17 carries for 89 yards against Cleveland.
- Baker Mayfield (TB, QB): 182 yards, a touchdown and an interception in Week 2.
How to watch Vikings vs Buccaneers
The game kicks off at 4:05 PM ET on Sunday, September 27, which is 3:05 PM CT and 1:05 PM PT. CTV has the regional broadcast and RDS the French-language call, and DAZN carries every game of the season. Squawka may earn a commission if you subscribe through that link.
| Detail | Vikings vs Buccaneers |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, September 27, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 4:05 PM ET / 3:05 PM CT / 1:05 PM PT |
| Venue | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL |
| TV | CTV (regional) / RDS (French) |
| Live stream | DAZN (NFL Game Pass) / CTV.ca |
| Week | Week 2, 2026 NFL season |
Vikings vs Buccaneers prediction and score projection
Our Vikings vs Buccaneers prediction is a Minnesota win, 20-17. The Vikings defend better and Tampa Bay keep falling just short.
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Every Week 3 game, previewed
| Kickoff (ET) | Game | Our prediction | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 8:15 PM | Falcons @ Packers | Packers 23-10 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Panthers @ Browns | Panthers 24-20 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Bengals @ Steelers | Bengals 20-13 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Texans @ Colts | Colts 26-20 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Chiefs @ Dolphins | Chiefs 31-17 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Chargers @ Bills | Bills 31-20 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Patriots @ Jaguars | Patriots 20-16 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Jets @ Lions | Lions 27-20 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Seahawks @ Commanders | Seahawks 27-17 | Read |
| Sun 1:00 PM | Titans @ Giants | Titans 20-17 | Read |
| Sun 4:05 PM | Cardinals @ 49ers | 49ers 30-13 | Read |
| Sun 4:05 PM | Vikings @ Buccaneers | Vikings 20-17 | You are here |
| Sun 4:25 PM | Ravens @ Cowboys | Ravens 30-24 | Read |
| Sun 4:25 PM | Raiders @ Saints | Raiders 24-20 | Read |
| Sun 8:20 PM | Rams @ Broncos | Rams 26-17 | Read |
| Mon 8:15 PM | Eagles @ Bears | Eagles 24-20 | Read |
Every fixture in the round is covered across our NFL hub, and Signal rates every Week 3 game the same way. Compare the AFC Championship odds and NFC Championship odds as the season develops, and our guide to watching the NFL in Canada covers every window.
Vikings vs Buccaneers FAQ
Minnesota, on the road. The Vikings are 2-0 and have conceded the fourth-fewest points in the league.
4:05 PM ET on Sunday, September 27, which is 3:05 PM CT and 1:05 PM PT.
CTV has the regional broadcast and RDS the French. DAZN streams it too.
Minnesota won 9-3 at Chicago. Tampa Bay lost 23-19 at home to Cleveland.
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