Week 12's Sunday showdown between the Rams and Buccaneers isn't just another game on the schedule — it carries real playoff weight and could shape the entire NFC postseason path.
Los Angeles sits at 8–2, sitting atop the NFC West and in striking distance of the top seed in the conference come playoff time. Tampa Bay has slipped a bit, falling to 6–4, but still holds control of the NFC South. Kickoff for Sunday Night Football is set for 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC at SoFi Stadium, with both teams looking to make a statement.
Let's dive into some Bucs vs. Rams SNF picks for tonight. Use PrizePicks to make picks on NFL player projections and win real cash if you're right.
Bucs vs. Rams Sunday Night Football Picks for Week 12
Here are some top PrizePicks projections and picks to monitor for SNF when the Buccaneers take on the Rams.
Bucs WR Chris Godwin Projection vs. Rams: 30.5 Receiving Yards
Chris Godwin is finally healthy and eyeing a splash in his long-awaited return, even on a potential pitch count.
Despite limited games played, Godwin has shown immediate chemistry and received heavy volume whenever he’s active. With WR Mike Evans on IR and pass-catching RB Bucky Irving also ruled out, Godwin becomes a top option in this offense.
His usage backs it up. Godwin has already seen double-digit targets (14) in just two games. Sunday night's matchup is a perfect potential funnel spot, too. He draws Rams CB Emmanuel Forbes, who is allowing a near-100 passer rating in coverage with a brutal 13.8 yards per reception.
Rams QB Matthew Stafford Projection vs. Bucs: 257.5 Passing Yards
Matthew Stafford is quietly having one of the best statistical seasons of his career. He ranks seventh in the NFL in passing yards (2,557), first in passing TDs (27), and carries a 9.2 average depth of target. He’s still pushing the ball downfield at an elite level. His 27-2 TD–INT ratio also reflects sharp decision-making and high efficiency.
Now, Stafford gets a beatable Buccaneers secondary that ranks 17th in EPA per dropback allowed (per SumerSports) and will be without its best corner, Jamel Dean.
With the Rams' passing offense fully healthy and humming and the Bucs weakened on the back end, Stafford could be set up nicely in prime time.
Rams WR Davante Adams Projection vs. Bucs: 59.5 Receiving Yards
Since arriving in Los Angeles, Davante Adams has become a reliable WR1 again.
He leads the entire NFL in receiving TDs with 10, ranks 23rd in receiving yards (569), and sits ninth in total targets (84). When targeted, he returns a 107.6 passer rating and a strong 13.2 yards per reception, proving the connection with Stafford is fully-formed.
The matchup for Week 12 is pristine. Adams lines up against Buccaneers rookie CB Benjamin Morrison, who ranks 106th out of 110 players in Pro Football Focus coverage grade. Morrison has surrendered a 125.2 passer rating and a staggering 17.2 yards per reception, one of the worst marks among all corners.
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