1. The Buccaneers were allotted four prime-time matchups in 2025. After winning the NFC South for four consecutive seasons, the Bucs will be thrust into the spotlight for four marquee matchups including a Monday Night Football contest with the Texans in Week Two, a Monday Night Football battle with the Lions in Week Seven, a Sunday Night Football clash with the Rams in Week 12 and a Thursday Night Football showdown with the Falcons in Week 15.
2. The Bucs’ 2025 bye week is placed at an optimal slot. Typically, the best spot for the rest-and-refresh period is the midway point of the year and Tampa Bay’s falls in Week Nine. The Bucs will have eight matchups prior to the bye and nine after. In Week Eight, the Bucs will play the Saints in New Orleans for a physical matchup at Caesars Superdome. After the bye, Tampa Bay will host the Patriots at Raymond James Stadium for a 1:00 meeting. Last year, the bye was placed at a key spot, with many players returning from injury. Hopefully the placement this season will be just as beneficial.