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Bucs-Chiefs Inactives: Antoine Winfield Jr., Tykee Smith Set to Play

Tom Brady Set to Face Former Team

Tom Brady He will face his former team, the New England Patriots, for the first time since leaving in 2020.

Patriots will be without key players

The Buccaneers will be without several key players on offense, including wide receiver Chris Godwin (knee) and tight end Cameron Brate (concussion). Running back Leonard Fournette is also questionable with a hamstring injury.

The Patriots will be without several key players on defense, including cornerback J.C. Jackson (ankle) and linebacker Dont'a Hightower (knee). Safety Devin McCourty is also questionable with a groin injury.

Who Will Step Up for the Buccaneers?

With several key players out, the Buccaneers will need other players to step up. Wide receiver Mike Evans will need to have a big game, and running back Ronald Jones II will need to be productive in the running game.

On defense, the Buccaneers will need to generate pressure on Patriots quarterback Mac Jones. Defensive end Shaq Barrett and linebacker Devin White will need to have big games.

What to Expect from the Game

The Buccaneers are a 3-point favorite over the Patriots, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The game is expected to be close, and it could come down to who makes the most plays in the clutch.

The Patriots have a lot of experience in big games, and they will be looking to make a statement against their former quarterback.