Top Player Prop Bets to Consider for Best Commanders vs Buccaneers Game on Jan. 12 (Wild Card)

• The Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers finish the NFL Sunday slate on January 12th, 2025
• It’s Wild Card Weekend so we really need to get some action on every single game
• See my favorite NFL Player Prop bets for the Commanders/Buccaneers game below

It’s going to be a long Sunday with three NFL playoff games on tap. The good news is we’re battle-tested. We’ve been in the trenches, handling this type of workload all season long. Simply put, we’re going to be fine. Our best friend in a situation like this is the sportsbooks and that hasn’t changed. Now that we’re in the playoffs, we’re analyzing even more lines. So when the Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers finally kick off at 8 pm ET, we should be flushed with action. Here are two of my favorite Commanders vs Buccaneers player prop bets. It’s time to lock in.

Commanders vs Buccaneers Player Props and Odds

Both of today’s Commanders vs Buccaneers player prop picks are overs at plus-money, starting with Washington RB Austin Ekeler and finishing with Bucs pivot Baker Mayfield. 

 Odds as of Jan. 12 at Fanatics. Claim the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code to get a bonus to use on Commanders vs Buccaneers on Sunday night. 

Austin Ekeler Gets Loose On Sunday

The NFL Playoffs are an absolute war. There is no saving anything. These teams can’t just come back next week in practice and get everything worked out. If they lose, there is no practice next week. It’s all or nothing.

Lucky for the Washington Commanders, they’re going to have Austin Ekeler back at full strength for these playoffs.

The Washington Commanders have designated RB Austin Ekeler to return from IR. pic.twitter.com/6TPtQqNwiD

— SleeperNFL (@SleeperNFL) January 1, 2025

Everyone knows about Austin Ekeler. The man has been an absolute beast in the NFL ever since he came out of Western Colorado. He’s a 5’9″, 200-pound dawg made of 100% pure, pharmaceutical-grade testosterone. On top of that, he’s got charmin-soft hands that make a great landing spot for any football.

For today’s bet, we’re going to lean on Ekeler’s hands. He’s been using them for years and they’ve never let him down. Not even once. In fact, just two short years ago, the guy caught 107 passes. That’s crazy. He’s a part-time guy this season but in a game like today, the Commanders would be crazy not to use him in the receiving game.

We have the perfect opponent here, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They could easily score points and force the Commanders to play from behind which would make them throw more. Only four teams in the entire NFL allowed more receptions to the running back position than Tampa Bay. When push comes to shove today, Washington will look to Ekeler. He’s catching at least three passes tonight.

• The Pick: Austin Ekeler 3+ Receptions (+130) – Fanatics

Baker Mayfield Is a Lock

In a loser-go-home game, you’re going to want a quarterback. I know that sounds like I’m stating the obvious and I am but whatever. Sometimes things need to be said so I’m saying it. I don’t think we can say it enough.

Lucky for Tampa Bay, they’ve got a guy in Baker Mayfield who has been through a lot in the NFL and nothing has stopped him.

Baker Mayfield’s journey to Tampa Bay. #WeAreTheKrewe pic.twitter.com/h8kbcWEWmG

— Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) January 8, 2025

If we’re keeping score, Baker’s coming out party was last season but if we’re being honest, it’s still going. The man threw for 4100 yards and 41 touchdowns this season. His receivers kept getting hurt, and it didn’t matter. He just threw bombs to the new guys too. It was an incredible season.

Today, the Buccaneers should need all the Baker Mayfield they can get. The Washington Commanders should hang points on the Tampa defense which will in turn create an environment where Baker has to go all Baker. We’ve seen it 1000 times this season.

The haters are going to say that the Commanders allowed the third-fewest passing yards to quarterbacks this season and they’re right. The thing is, they saw guys like Cooper Rush, Will Levis and Spencer Rattler. No offense to those guys, but they aren’t Baker. Simply put, Baker Mayfield is throwing for 250+ yards tonight and there is nothing anyone can do about it. Feels good.

• The Pick: Baker Mayfield 250+ Passing Yards (+120) – Fanatics

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As the NFL playoffs kick off, one of the most anticipated matchups in the Wild Card round is the showdown between the Best Commanders and the Buccaneers on January 12th. With two high-powered offenses and strong defenses, this game is sure to be a thrilling one for fans and bettors alike.

One popular betting option for this game is player prop bets, which allow bettors to wager on specific player performances rather than just the outcome of the game. Here are some top player prop bets to consider for the Best Commanders vs Buccaneers game:

1. Tom Brady Passing Yards: Tom Brady has been a force to be reckoned with this season, leading the Buccaneers to an impressive record. Look for Brady to have a big game against the Best Commanders’ defense, which has struggled at times this season. Consider betting on Brady to throw for over 300 yards in this game.

2. Antonio Gibson Rushing Yards: The Best Commanders’ running back Antonio Gibson has been a key player for their offense this season. Look for Gibson to have a strong game against the Buccaneers’ defense, which has been vulnerable against the run. Consider betting on Gibson to rush for over 100 yards in this game.

3. Mike Evans Receiving Yards: Buccaneers’ wide receiver Mike Evans has been a favorite target of Tom Brady this season. Look for Evans to have a big game against the Best Commanders’ secondary, which has struggled at times this season. Consider betting on Evans to have over 100 receiving yards in this game.

4. Chase Young Sacks: Best Commanders’ defensive end Chase Young has been a dominant force on defense this season. Look for Young to put pressure on Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’ offensive line in this game. Consider betting on Young to record at least one sack in this game.

5. Rob Gronkowski Touchdowns: Buccaneers’ tight end Rob Gronkowski has been a reliable red zone target for Tom Brady this season. Look for Gronkowski to find the end zone in this game against the Best Commanders’ defense. Consider betting on Gronkowski to score a touchdown in this game.

Overall, player prop bets can add an extra layer of excitement to an already thrilling playoff matchup. Consider these top player prop bets for the Best Commanders vs Buccaneers game on January 12th to enhance your viewing experience and potentially win big.