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TIME UPDATE: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints – How to Watch/Listen to NFL Week 14

Time is running out: only one day remains before the NFC South battle returns to Tampa, where the Buccaneers look to tighten their grip on the division while the Saints arrive desperate to revive their playoff hopes. Bucs fans — get ready, because this showdown at Raymond James Stadium could decide the NFC South race! 🔴⚔️🏴‍☠️


WEEK 14 · Sun 12/7 · 1:00 PM ET

New Orleans Saints @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Raymond James Stadium – Tampa, Florida


📺 TELEVISION BROADCAST

Nationwide: FOX will broadcast the game live.
Local Markets:
– Tampa Bay: FOX affiliate WTVT Channel 13
– New Orleans: FOX affiliate WVUE Channel 8

Broadcast Crew: Kevin Burkhardt (play-by-play), Tom Brady (analyst), Erin Andrews (sideline).


💻 LIVE STREAMING

Nationwide:
– FOX Sports App (with subscription)
– FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV (all carry FOX)

In-Market: Free on Buccaneers App & Saints App.
Out-of-Market: NFL Sunday Ticket via YouTube / YouTube TV.


🎧 RADIO BROADCAST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Radio Network
– 98Rock / WXTB 97.9 FM
– Gene Deckerhoff (play-by-play)
– Dave Moore (analyst)
– T.J. Rives (sideline)

New Orleans Saints Radio Network
– WWL 870 AM / 105.3 FM
– Mike Hoss (play-by-play)
– Deuce McAllister (analyst)
– Jeff Nowak (sideline)

Nationwide:
– SiriusXM: Bucs feed (Ch. 82), Saints feed (Ch. 227)
– TuneIn Premium & NFL App


📅 GAME DETAILS

Kickoff: Sunday, December 7, 2025 – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Bay, Florida
Weather Forecast: 72°F · partly sunny · light breeze · perfect football weather
Gates Open: 11:00 AM ET · Parking Lots: 8:30 AM ET
Tickets: Available on Ticketmaster & SeatGeek (starting ~$125)


🔑 KEY STORYLINES

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6–6)

The Buccaneers enter Week 14 looking to break away atop the NFC South. Baker Mayfield continues to lead a balanced offense with Mike Evans and Trey Palmer stretching the field. On defense, Lavonte David and Antoine Winfield Jr. anchor a unit that bends but rarely breaks.

However, Tampa must improve on third downs and eliminate red-zone mistakes to avoid giving the Saints momentum.

– Offense: Top-15 in scoring
– Defense: Top-10 in turnovers forced
– Home Record: 4–2
– X-factor: Bucs pass rush vs. Saints O-line injuries

New Orleans Saints (5–7)

The Saints arrive hungry, knowing a loss could sink their playoff chances. Derek Carr has been inconsistent, but Alvin Kamara remains one of the most versatile weapons in the league. WR Chris Olave is expected to play a major role attacking Tampa Bay’s secondary.

Defensively, the Saints rely on Cameron Jordan and Demario Davis to slow the Bucs’ passing game.

– Offense: Middle of the pack but explosive in spurts
– Defense: Top-5 vs the pass, bottom-8 vs the run
– Road Record: 2–4

Head-to-head: This rivalry is one of the fiercest in the NFC South. The Bucs won their last meeting 23–3 behind a dominant defensive performance and three 50+ yard field goals from Chase McLaughlin.


⚠️ SIGNIFICANCE OF THE GAME

Buccaneers (-2.5 favorites) control their own destiny — win, and they strengthen their division lead.
Saints (+140 ML) are in must-win territory; a loss could drop their playoff odds into single digits.

Key matchups include:
– Mike Evans vs. Marshon Lattimore (classic NFC South duel)
– Bucs run defense vs. Kamara
– Carr under pressure vs. Bucs blitz packages
– Mayfield’s efficiency in early downs

This game is set up as one of the most physical division clashes of Week 14.


📱 FOLLOW THE GAME

Live Updates: Buccaneers.com · NewOrleansSaints.com · NFL App
Social Media: @Buccaneers · @Saints
Highlights: NFL+ & official team apps

Bucs fans — it’s time to fill Raymond James, fire the cannons, and defend the NFC South crown! 🏴‍☠️🔥


⚠️ FINAL NOTE

The Saints will hold a 5-minute pregame presentation to welcome the Buccaneers, so kickoff has officially been moved to 1:05 PM ET.

Veteran Lions Player Explains Massive Contract Demand After Explosive Season, Leaving Detroit Front Office with a Tough Choice
Al-Quadin Muhammad Explains Massive Contract Demand, Leaving Lions Front Office with Tough Choice Detroit, Michigan – January 27, 2026 – Al-Quadin Muhammad, the standout EDGE rusher for the Detroit Lions, has put the team’s front office in a tough spot after an explosive 2025 season. After joining the Lions on a one-year, veteran minimum deal (~$1.2M), Muhammad’s breakout year has led him to demand a substantial contract extension, potentially shaking up the Lions' salary cap plans for the future. In 2025, Muhammad played in all 17 games, recording a career-high 11 sacks, which ranked in the top 10 across the NFL. With 25 tackles (15 solo), 9 tackles for loss, and 20 quarterback hits, Muhammad quickly proved his worth. Despite playing only 40% of defensive snaps, he still posted 59 pressures (according to Next Gen Stats), playing a key role in the Lions’ top-10 sack ranking, even when star rusher Aidan Hutchinson was sidelined with a minor injury mid-season. Muhammad’s strong performance has raised his value significantly, and sources indicate that his camp is seeking a 3-year contract worth $30-40 million, with an average annual salary (APY) between $10-13 million. For a player who joined Detroit as a rotational piece, his performance has far exceeded expectations, leading to his hefty contract demands. “I’ve put in the work and I believe I’ve earned it,” Muhammad said in a recent interview. “This past season has been a testament to what I can bring to the table. I know my worth, and I’m looking for a deal that reflects that.” Muhammad’s confidence in his performance has fueled his desire for a contract that mirrors his impact on the field. For the Lions’ front office, the timing couldn’t be tougher. With the salary cap already tight, the team faces difficult decisions on how to allocate funds for future contracts. The Lions are in the midst of a rebuild, and while they’ve developed a promising young defensive core, locking in Muhammad for the long term could force sacrifices elsewhere. The dilemma is clear: while Muhammad’s breakout season makes him deserving of a lucrative deal, the Lions must carefully consider their cap flexibility moving forward. With other key players like Aidan Hutchinson and young talent on the roster, the front office has to weigh the value of locking in Muhammad at a high price versus potentially letting him test the free-agent market. “Everyone knows how important he was to our defense this year,” said one source close to the team. “But with limited cap space, it’s going to be a challenge to give him what he wants without hurting the overall roster.” As the offseason approaches, Muhammad’s future remains uncertain, and the Lions’ front office is faced with a tough decision: offer the deal he’s asking for or risk losing a key piece of their defense. The next few months will determine if the Lions can keep Muhammad or if the defensive standout will move on to another team willing to meet his contract demands.