The set-up: I think the Bucs are going to have a hard time moving the ball vs. this improved Rams' defensive front. The Bucs are 1-2 and on the ropes in a tough division, while the Rams are 3-0. LA's offense has yet to get untracked though, as their win last week on Sunday Night was anything but spectacular vs. the Rams. LA' QB Jared Goff is definitely suffering an early season letdown compared to last year's numbers. Jameis Winston has been hit or miss early and I think his struggles on the road continues here.

The pick: Tampa's defense has been much better with Todd Bowles directing the unit and it'll be looking to get after Goff early and often. In fact note that the Bucs have the league's sack leader in Shaq Barrett. Also note that LA RB Todd Gurley continues to struggle with consistency as well after returning from injury late last year. This one has defensive battle written all over it in my opinion.

10* NON-CONF TOTAL BEST OF THE BEST on the under Bucs/Rams.