Week 8 is upon us, and the New Orleans Saints (1-6) are ready for kickoff with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-2) in their first NFC South rivalry game of the 2025 season. It's a big opportunity for New Orleans to right the ship after a couple of losses and show their fans and coaches the development we're looking for out of such a young roster.

Tampa Bay is a 3.5-point favorite in the latest Buccaneers vs. Saints odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 46.5. The Buccaneers are -210 money line favorites (risk $210 to win $100),

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers stay on the road for a crucial NFC South clash against the New Orleans Saints, looking to bounce back after a tough loss to the Detroit

The Bucs look to secure one more win before they enjoy a much-needed Bye Week as they play the Saints on Sunday.

The Saints (1-6) have lost two straight after a win over the Giants. Spencer Rattler entered last week against the Bears having thrown just one interception, but he threw three against Chicago. He'll hope to get back on track to lead New Orleans to an upset and double its season win total.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles stood in line with Baker Mayfield, saying the clash with the Saints will be a bloodbath.

Saints' season hangs in the balance. Controlling tempo or offensive meltdowns will dictate their fate against the Buccaneers.

The Saints, meanwhile, have been more competent than expected offensively, but their defense is a problem — allowing nearly 27 points per game and constantly digging early holes. They’re 2–5 ATS in first halves, which makes Tampa Bay -2.5 in the first half my best bet for the game.