Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Seattle Seahawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/5

NFL Game preview

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers travel to Seattle to play the Seahawks in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season. This game takes place at Lumen Field, with the kickoff set for Sunday, October 5, at 4:05 PM. Fans can catch the action on CBS, and the weather forecast predicts a cool day with scattered clouds and a light breeze.

Both teams enter this game with a record of 3-1. The Buccaneers have been strong on the road with a 2-0 record, while the Seahawks hold a 1-1 record at home. The Buccaneers are under the leadership of head coach Todd Bowles, and the Seahawks are led by head coach Mike Macdonald. The game odds favor the Seahawks with a moneyline of -187, while the Buccaneers have a moneyline of +157.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Team Preview

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have had a mixed start to the 2025 season. They won three games and lost one. Baker Mayfield has been leading the offense with 904 passing yards and 8 touchdowns in four games.

Bucky Irving is the top running back with 237 rushing yards and 19 receptions. Emeka Egbuka is a key receiver with 282 yards and 4 touchdowns. The team faces challenges with several players listed as questionable or out due to injuries.

The defense has been steady, with players like Tykee Smith and SirVocea Dennis making significant contributions. Lavonte David is questionable with a knee injury. The Buccaneers will need to manage their injuries as they prepare for Week 5 against the Seahawks.

Buccaneers vs Seahawks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Seattle Seahawks
  • Venue: Lumen Field in Seattle, WA USA
  • Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Buccaneers Moneyline +157, Seahawks Moneyline -187, Buccaneers Spread +3.5 (-113), Seahawks Spread -3.5 (-106), Total Over 44.5 (-112), Total Under 44.5 (-108)

Seattle Seahawks Team Preview

The Seattle Seahawks have been on a strong run recently. They have won three of their last four games. This includes a close 23-20 win against the Arizona Cardinals, where Sam Darnold threw for 242 yards.

Kenneth Walker III is a key player for the Seahawks. He has scored three rushing touchdowns this season. In the game against the New Orleans Saints, he ran for 38 yards and scored two touchdowns.

The Seahawks’ defense is also performing well. Ernest Jones IV leads with 8 solo tackles and an interception this season. The team will need to focus on improving their health, with several players listed as questionable or out due to injuries.

BTB Betting Pick

The Buccaneers are getting +3.5 points against the Seahawks. Tampa Bay has a strong offense, ranking 4th in scoring and 3rd in passing yards. Seattle’s defense is good, but Tampa Bay’s offense might keep the game close. The recommendation is to pick the Buccaneers to cover the +3.5 spread. The projected score is Buccaneers 27, Seahawks 24.

The total for the game is set at 44.5 points. Tampa Bay’s offense can score, and their defense is average in points allowed. Seattle’s offense ranks 17th in scoring, which might help the total go over. The recommendation is to take the over 44.5. The projected total is 51 points.