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The NFL playoffs continue with wild-card action Sunday as the reigning Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers begin defense of their title with a rematch of their Week 6 game against the Philadelphia Eagles
The No. 2 seed Buccaneers host the No. 7 seed Eagles in what, on paper at least, appears to be a mismatch, though Tampa Bay only won the earlier contest in Philadelphia, 28-22. But the Bucs have an overwhelming experience edge — at least on offense — not to mention the most successful quarterback in NFL playoff history in seven-time Super Bowl champ Tom Brady.
At 44 years old, Brady put together one of the best seasons of his illustrious career, leading the NFL in completions (485), attempts (719), passing yards (5,316), passing yards per game (312.7) and touchdown passes (43), while commanding the second-best offense in the NFC. The Bucs defense was stout as well, holding opponents to 353 points (fifth-best in the NFL) and only 1,573 yards rushing (third best).
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That rushing defense will be put to the test against an Eagles team that surprised many by making the playoffs under first-year coach Nick Sirianni and second-year quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Philadelphia led the NFL with 2,715 rushing yards and 159.7 yards per game, while spreading the wealth among four running backs: Miles Sanders (754 yards), Jordan Howard (406), Boston Scott (373) and Kenneth Gainwell (291). Hurts added 784 rushing yards to lead the team, and he may have to rely heavily on his legs if hopes to earn his first playoff win.
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Here's everything you need to know for Sunday's wild-card playoff game:
What time does Eagles at Buccaneers start?
Kickoff is at 1:05 p.m. ET on Sunday from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
What TV channel is Eagles at Buccaneers on?
The game will be shown nationally on Fox with commentators Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (analyst) on the call. Erin Andrews and Kristina Pink will report from the sidelines. A Spanish-language telecast will be shown on FOX Deportes.
How can I watch Eagles at Buccaneers online via live stream?
The game can be streamed live online on the Fox Sports website for those that sign in with their cable or satellite provider and on the Fox Sports app. FuboTV will also stream the game.
What are the odds for Eagles at Buccaneers?
The Buccaneers are 7.5-point favorites with the over/under at 45.5, according to Tipico Sportsbook.
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