Ravens vs Bucs prediction, picks and fantasy outlook feat. Mark Andrews, Bucky Irving and more
The stage is set for the Baltimore Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Mark Andrews and Bucky Irving are two players fantasy football managers will be worrying about. Here's a look at what is expected to be an explosive prime-time battle with plenty of twists and turns.
Ravens vs Bucs prediction
These two teams have a similar dynamic. Both teams have high-powered offenses but they also have leaky defenses. As such, expect a de facto shootout. However, this won't be just any shootout.
With the Ravens' high-powered rushing attack, the shootout likely will have a different feel. Expect a lot of passing from Tampa Bay, while Baltimore rushes the ball with QB Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.
In the end, the moment will be just a touch too big for Baker Mayfield, who has been one of the most productive quarterbacks in the league this season. Expect the Ravens to come out on top in a high-scoring game and see Derrick Henry in the endzone at least once.
Ravens vs Bucs top fantasy picks
This is one of the juiciest games of the year in terms of fantasy potential. With both offenses facing sluggish defenses, there is the potential for plenty of scoring.
For the Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Chris Godwin are all on the table. At running back, Bucky Irving appears to have only increased his usage on the team and is absolutely a quality flex option. He is worthy of a start for those in need looking for a bye-week substitute, especially with Rachaad White recently struggling with an injury and looking wobbly at the RB1 spot.
As for the Ravens, the usual suspects are great options. Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry are quality options. Mark Andrews, who has gone two of the last four games without a catch, could be a solid option play after a touchdown last week. Zay Flowers has put in two consecutive games of over 100 yards receiving, so should be started with confidence against the Buccaneers.
How to watch Ravens vs. Bucs? TV channel and live stream details for Week 7 game
This week, ESPN is featuring another double-header. The Chargers and Cardinals will battle on ESPN+, but the Ravens-Bus showdown will be broadcast on ESPN, per the NFL app.
The game will also have a ManningCast dedicated to the event on ESPN 2. Also, the game is expected to be simulcast on ABC, so those with an antenna can also have easy access, but check your local listings.