The Bucs haven’t been to the postseason since 2007, but optimism is high heading into 2020 after the team signed quarterback Tom Brady this offseason. Brady, the six-time Super Bowl champion, turned the New England Patriots into one of the NFL’s greatest franchises during his time there. Tampa Bay is hoping some of that championship experience will rub off this season.
And, it seems others think it will.
Caesars Sportsbook released their NFL win totals and playoff odds for all 32 teams today, and the Bucs opened with a win total of 9 and are favored to make the postseason (-155 yes, +135 no).
What’s really interesting to see is that Brady’s old team the Patriots opened with a win total of 8.5, their lowest since 2003. Everyone knows that the Brady-Belichick debate will be in full swing next season, and each win or loss by the Bucs or Pats will only fuel the argument as to who the true mastermind was behind New England’s dynastic run over 20 years.
Can the 2020 season start already, please?
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