Best Player Prop Bets for Monday Night Football Week 9: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Kansas City Chiefs

• Week 9 is in the bag except for the matter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football
• Like any responsible gambler, we need to grab some action on this thing and we need to do it now
• Find two of my favorite Buccaneers vs Chiefs player props to bet for this MNF matchup

We’ve got one more chance at glory in Week 9 and obviously we need to take it. My grandfather told me when I was six, “You can’t win if you don’t bet”. Those words have never been more true than today. Lucky for us, we’ve got a matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Kansas City Chiefs that is as good as gold. All we have to do is find two plus-money moves in this thing and we’re set. If one hits, we’ll profit. And if both hit, it will likely be the greatest night of our lives. Lucky for us, I know exactly what we’re doing with this game.

Buccaneers vs Chiefs Player Prop Picks

 Odds as of November 4 at Bally Bet & FanDuel. Use the ESPN Bet promo to bet on Monday Night Football. 

DeAndre Hopkins Might Go Off

There were a few people that took DeAndre Hopkins props last week and were disappointed. It happens. The thing is, he was traded midweek so he didn’t even know the playbook. It was a minor miracle he played as much as he did. Most guys wouldn’t have even suited up.

Lucky for us, Andy Reid has already come out and said that Hopkins will be more involved this week.

Andy Reid on DeAndre Hopkins: “His role will increase this week.”

— Sam McDowell (@SamMcDowell11) October 31, 2024

If you watched last week’s game, it was obvious that Hopkins has been energized by the trade to a contender. Imagine playing with Will Levis in a rebuilding situation and then going to Kansas City to play with Patrick Mahomes. That’s night and day.

I’ve already seen the haters saying that Hopkins is washed but, as usual, the haters have it all wrong. They don’t even know what they’re watching. Hopkins was only targeted three times last week and he only played 32% of the snaps. He’s getting more run this week.

On top of that, every target he had came in the first half as he seemed to be a spectator in the second half. That won’t happen again this week. He should be able to find soft spots in the Buccaneers’ zone defense. With more time on the field, that should equate to receptions. I think he gets this in the first half. Feels easy.

• The Pick: DeAndre Hopkins 5+ Receptions (+171) at Bally Bet (with boost)

DeAndre Can Still Get Loose

Catching balls is one thing but turning them into yards is another thing all together. The thing I like about Hopkins is, he runs every single route on the planet. What’s even better is, he can still get open against anyone. Go back and watch the All-22 from last week, he was like a 7-Eleven out there. Open all the time.

And again, Andy Reid already said Hopkins would be more involved this week.

Andy Reid on DeAndre Hopkins: “His role will increase this week.”

— Sam McDowell (@SamMcDowell11) October 31, 2024

Here’s the thing, I already like his receptions, so why not go with some yards? If he’s catching 5+ balls, then 50+ yards should be relatively easy. The game script could give us an issue – the Buccaneers vs Chiefs odds favor KC by nine, so there’s a good chance the Chiefs are nursing a lead in the second half – but when we look at opponent, I am a little more confident we won’t get game-scripted out.

I don’t think the Buccaneers will be able to keep up with Kansas City, even in the rain, so game script could become an issue. The thing is, 50+ is such a low bar. On top of that, Tampa Bay has given up 1264 receiving yards to wideouts so far this season. This is a great attack surface. What’s even better is, if Tampa can just hang around, then we will get a full four quarters of a Kansas City passing attack. In an environment like that, I don’t see a scenario where Hopkins stays under 50 receiving yards.

In fact, this could easily go down as the greatest bet of all time. Maybe better.

• The Pick: DeAndre Hopkins 50+ Receiving Yards (+112) at FanDuel
• 2024 SBD MNF Results – 7-8 (+0.66 Units)

Monday Night Football in Week 9 features a highly anticipated matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. As fans gear up for what promises to be an exciting game, many are also looking to get in on the action with player prop bets. Here are some of the best player prop bets to consider for this Monday night showdown:

1. Tom Brady Over/Under Passing Yards: With two of the league’s top offenses facing off, it’s likely that Tom Brady will have to air it out to keep pace with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Look for Brady to surpass his passing yard total, which is currently set at around 300 yards.

2. Patrick Mahomes Over/Under Touchdown Passes: Mahomes is known for his ability to find the end zone through the air, and he should have plenty of opportunities against a Buccaneers defense that has struggled at times this season. Bet on Mahomes to throw for over 2.5 touchdown passes in this game.

3. Tyreek Hill Total Receiving Yards: Hill is one of the most explosive playmakers in the NFL, and he should be a focal point of the Chiefs’ passing attack on Monday night. Look for Hill to surpass his receiving yard total, which is currently set at around 100 yards.

4. Mike Evans Anytime Touchdown Scorer: Evans has been a red zone threat all season long for the Buccaneers, and he should have plenty of opportunities to find the end zone against a Chiefs defense that has struggled at times this season. Bet on Evans to score a touchdown at any point during the game.

5. Clyde Edwards-Helaire Total Rushing Yards: The rookie running back has been a key contributor for the Chiefs this season, and he should see plenty of carries against a Buccaneers defense that has been vulnerable against the run. Look for Edwards-Helaire to surpass his rushing yard total, which is currently set at around 60 yards.

Overall, Monday Night Football Week 9 promises to be a high-scoring affair between two of the league’s top offenses. By placing strategic player prop bets, fans can add an extra layer of excitement to what is sure to be a thrilling game between the Buccaneers and the Chiefs.