Monday Night Football: Giants at Buccaneers (7:15 CT) — Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

A home game against the New York Giants might be just what the doctor ordered for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who enter tonight’s contest on a two-game losing streak. Since crushing the Bears on October 24, the Buccaneers had a bye week sandwiched between a pair of losses to the New Orleans Saints and the Washington Football Team. The defending champions will look to get back on track tonight against the 3-6 Giants at Raymond James Stadium.

The Bucs will be getting some help with Rob Gronkowski set to return to the lineup tonight. Gronkowski, who has been sidelined since the Halloween loss to the Saints on Oct. 31 and has played just six offensive snaps since the end of September, is ACTIVE tonight. This makes tonight’s Giants-Bucs that much more interesting.

The last time these two teams got together, Tom Brady and Daniel Jones were trading touchdowns all night and treating us to an entertaining game. Hopefully, tonight will be a repeat performance.

Game Info

New York Giants (3-6, 4th NFC East) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3, 1st NFC South) – ESPN (Steve Levy, Louis Riddick, Brian Griese, Lisa Salters), Westwood One (Kevin Harlan, Kurt Warner)

Kickoff Time: 7:15 p.m. CT
Site:
 Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Bay, Fla.
Referee: Craig Wrolstad
Odds: TB -11.5, O/U 49.5 (via DraftKings Sports Book)

Game Thread

Your game thread is down in the comments, so let’s have some good, clean (safe-for-work) fun!

Coaches

Giants: Joe Judge (9-16) Buccaneers: Bruce Arians (73-47; 24-17 w/TB, 49-30 w/ AZ, 9-3 w/IND)

Week 11 Starting QBs and Projected Game Stats

Giants: Daniel Jones: 25/39, 277 passing yards, 1 TD, 1 INT; 5 carries, 26 rushing yards

versus

Buccaneers: Tom Brady: 25/38, 285 passing yards, 3 TD, 1 INT; 2 carries, 3 rushing yards

Week 11 projected stats via ESPN projections

Giants Projected Starters

Offense
•   QB Daniel Jones
•   RB Sequin Barkley
•   WRs Kenny Golladay, Kadarius Toney, Darius Slayton
•   TEs Evan Engram
•   LT Matt Peart, LG Matt Skura, C Billy Price, RG Will Hernandez, RT Nate Solder

Defense
•   DLs Dexter Lawrence, Austin Johnson, Leonard Williams
•   SLB Lorenzo Carter, MLB Tae Crowder, WILL Reggie Ragland, OLB Oshane Ximines
•   LCB James Bradberry, RCB Adoree’ Jackson
•   FS Logan Ryan, Xavier McKinney

Specialists
•   Graham Gano (kicker), Riley Dixon (punter, holder), Casey Kreiter (long snapper), Darnay Holmes, Dante Pettis (kick and punt returns)

Buccaneers Projected Starters

Offense
•   QB Tom Brady
•   RB Leonard Fournette
•   WRs Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, Tyler Johnson
•   TE Rob Gronkowski
•   LT Donovan Smith, LG Ali Marpet, C Ryan Jensen, RG Alex Cappa, RT Tristan Wirfs

Defense
•   DLs Ndamukong Suh, William Gholston, NT Rakeem Nunez-Roches
•   ILBs Devin White, Lavonte David, OLBs Shaq Barrett, Jason Pierre-Paul
•   CBs Jemel Dean, Pierre Desir
•   S Antoine Winfield Jr., Jordan Whitehead

Specialists
•   Ryan Succop (kicker), Bradley Pinion (punter, holder), Carson Tinker (long snapper), Jaelon Darden (kick and punt returns)

Inactives

written by

Patrick grew up in Chicago's Bridgeport and Garfield Ridge neighborhoods before moving to the Western Suburbs of Chicago before eventually relocating to the Las Vegas area with his family in 2023. He started with Bleacher Nation in 2021 and has spent time as a Staff Writer and on the Chicago Blackhawks beat. He is currently a writer and editor at Bleacher Nation covering the Chicago Bears and the NFL at large and the author of the Bleacher Nation Newsletter. Patrick is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA).

more bears news

Bears OTAs: Tough Day for Caleb Williams and the Offense

Are you ready for the premature panic on social media because Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears offense had a tough day in shorts and tee shirts on May 23? Prepare yourself because it happened. The word out of Lake...

WATCH: An Inside Look at the Minnesota Vikings 2024 Draft War Room

While the Chicago Bears don't tend to participate much in these video drops, other teams — including the Minnesota Vikings do not shy away. In fact, this inside look at the team's first-round trade-ups is unlike anything I've seen before. Check...

Caleb Williams and Co. Head to the Southside, Claypool on His Time with Chicago, and Other Bears Bullets

Not many things would make me want to attend a White Sox game again this season, but this Caleb Williams-inspired promo could be one of them. The White Sox are offering $18 outfield tickets for their game against the Baltimore...

I Love This Rome Odunze Quote About Learning

The folks over at Bears Wire got an opportunity to go one-on-one with rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze. In a wide-ranging conversation that touched on everything from his draft-night experience, early impressions on Caleb Williams, and the "Call of Duty:...

Here Are Some New Caleb Williams Highlights From Bears OTAs to Peruse

If you've been wondering "where's my Caleb Williams content from OTAs?" while watching teams around the league showcase sizzle reels, take a chill pill. The Chicago Bears have you covered with some snippets from this week's offseason training activities at...

What About Calais Campbell as a Late Spring Bears Free Agent Fit?

In his latest Q&A installment, the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs fields a question about Calais Campbell as a possible player who could interest the Chicago Bears as a free agent. And while I hadn't considered Campbell to be a Bears...

Pittsburgh Will Host the 2026 NFL Draft

The NFL announced this afternoon that the 2026 NFL Draft will be held in Pittsburgh. The announcement was part of the day's activities at the annual NFL Spring League Meeting in Nashville. https://twitter.com/steelers/status/1793302266381840827 The event will take place in Pittsburgh...

New OL Shuffle, Fields Update, Rodgers Speaks, Taylor Swift and NFL Schedules, and Other Bears Bullets

Allergies are really kicking my butt this week. Anyone else having that issue? It can't be just me... Sure, Russell Wilson has the inside track on being the Pittsburgh Steelers' starting at quarterback. But former Chicago Bears signal caller Justin...

Around the NFL: Must-Watch Games, Early OTA Impressions, Dolphins Training Camp Plans, More

Must-watch games, early OTA impressions, and the Dolphin's plans for training camp. That and more in today's NFL Notes. Must Watch NFL Games in 2024 The Athletic's staff put together a list of every team's most watchable matchup this season....

Vic Fangio Got Sniped By One of His Ex-Players

Vic Fangio is one of the most revered assistant coaches in football. Chicago Bears fans hold Fangio in high regards because of his time with the team from 2015-18. Fangio was the Bears' defensive coordinator under two different head coaches...

Latest News

Bears OTAs: Tough Day for Caleb Williams and the Offense

Are you ready for the premature panic on social media because Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears offense had a tough day in shorts and tee shirts on May 23? Prepare yourself because it happened. The word out of Lake...

NFL Futures: Latest 2024 NFC Division Winner Odds and More

As the NFL season approaches, fans and bettors alike are eagerly analyzing the latest Division Winner Odds. With each division presenting its own set of challenges and potential surprises, the race for the top spot is more thrilling than ever....

Indy 500 Lineup: Starting Order, Pole Based on Qualifying Results

The Greatest Spectacle in Racing returns this weekend as Indy Car hits the hallowed grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Indy 500 lineup welcomes one of NASCAR’s top talents to the mix and is primed for another epic chapter...

A Door Could Reportedly Open for 76ers to Show Interest in Zach LaVine

The moment Zach LaVine opted for season-ending foot surgery was the moment the trade market fell silent. What little action there was surrounding the two-time All-Star would be put on silent until at least the offseason. And, well, here we...

Top Player Prop Bets for Celtics vs. Pacers Eastern Conference Finals Game 2 on May 23, 2024

Jayson Tatum and Pascal Siakam are among the players with prop bets on the table when the Boston Celtics and the Indiana Pacers meet at TD Garden on Thursday (tipping at 8:00 PM ET).How to Watch Celtics vs. PacersDate: Thursday,...

MLBits: Yanks to Slash Payroll, Coming Up on the “Worst” Draft Class, Bogaerts, Skenes, More

Yankees' Hal Steinbrenner is crying broke, the Padres' depth will be tested without Xander Bogaerts for the foreseeable future, and Keith Law has some strong words for the 2024 MLB Draft class in today's MLB Notes. Hal Steinbrenner Says Current...

Cubs Farm Report | May 23, 2024: Horton’s Impressive Start Helps Iowa Down Indianapolis

Cade Horton made his best start yet at Triple-A as the Iowa Cubs downed Indianapolis in 11 innings on Wednesday. That and more in today's Cubs Farm Report. Cubs Farm Report | May 23, 2024 Triple-A Iowa Cubs The Iowa...

Charlotte Hornets Draft Picks: List of 2024 and Future Draft Selections

It was another tough season for the Charlotte Hornets who finished 21-61 and missed the playoffs for the 8th consecutive year. Let's take a look at the team's 2024 NBA Draft picks, future selections, and more as they build to...

Orioles vs. White Sox Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Thursday, May 23, 2024

The Baltimore Orioles (29-18) stumble into Thursday's matchup with the Chicago White Sox (15-35) looking to break a three-game losing streak. The contest starts at 7:40 PM ET on NBCS-CHI with the Orioles listed as -232 favorites to right the...

Caleb Williams and Co. Head to the Southside, Claypool on His Time with Chicago, and Other Bears Bullets

Not many things would make me want to attend a White Sox game again this season, but this Caleb Williams-inspired promo could be one of them. The White Sox are offering $18 outfield tickets for their game against the Baltimore...

more bears news