Buccaneers at Saints: Everything You Need To Know

TAMPA, FL – It’s another week in the NFL, and once again, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are left picking up the pieces after their fourth straight loss.

The Bucs’ offense has completely sputtered, as evidenced in its 17-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 29, leaving many to wonder if quarterback Jameis Winston’s throwing-shoulder injury from Week 6 was worse than once feared.

If there was a bright spot after last week’s lackluster performance, the defense looked a bit more like themselves against the Panthers. It was the first time in three weeks the D didn’t give up 30 or more points.

On the other hand, the New Orleans Saints are skyrocketing since their opening two losses, winning five straight. After trading running back Adrian Peterson, who never really fit into the Saints’ scheme, the Saints have looked as though their now running on all cylinders.

Here’s everything you need to know for the Buccaneers vs. Saints Week 9 matchup:

Kickoff: Sunday, Nov. 5 at 1 p.m. Eastern

TV, Radio and Online: FOX, NFL Sunday Ticket, Buccaneers Radio Network, Buccaneers.com.

Location: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Drive, New Orleans

Point Spread: As of Wednesday afternoon, the Saints are favored by 7 to 7.5 points in the lines posted on OddsShark.com.

Records and Standings: The Bucs enter the week in fourth place in the NFC South with a 2-5 record (0-1 division). The Saints enter the week in first place in the NFC South with a 5-2 record (1-0 division).

Tickets: The game is sold out, but tickets are available via the NFL Ticket Exchange starting at $29.

Parking and Directions: Click here for information about directions to and parking at the Superdome.

Tailgating: Tailgating is not allowed on Superdome property or its parking facilities.

Clear Bag Policy: The following bags are permitted into the Superdome:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVS and do not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches
• This is the size of a 1-gallon clear plastic freezer bag
• Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with our without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bags
• All bags are subject to search upon entry and are subject to additional searches within the stadium
• All items left unattended outside the gates will be disposed
• Approved bags must be carried when approaching the lines prior to entry
• Prohibited bags include coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage, seat cushions, computer bags and camera bags

Prohibited Items: The following items are prohibited at the Superdome:

• Animals (except for service dogs)
• Backpacks/knapsacks
• Banners (large or in poor taste)
• Containers of any kind
• Contraband
• Fireworks
• Glass
• Glitter
• Helium balloons
• Large/oversized bags
• Laser pointers
• Mace
• Noisemakers
• Outside food and drink
• Projectiles
• Stickers
• Sticks, bats, poles, clubs (includes selfie sticks)
• Unauthorized marketing/soliciting/vending
• Video and audio recording devices (including GoPros)
• Weapons
• Any other items deemed unacceptable by venue management

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