AI makes game-by-game predictions for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2025 season
We asked Grok, the AI created and used on the social media platform X, to predict the Bucs' 2025 season on a game-by-game basis.
The Bucs' season in 2025 is going to be a big one in a variety of ways. Both Lavonte David and Mike Evans could be playing their final seasons in pewter as the team looks to secure a second Super Bowl for both men. There is also added pressure on several coaches, such as Todd Bowles, who received an extension, and Josh Grizzard, who was promoted to offensive coordinator. The defense also needs to bounce back in a big way in 2025 after they had a rather forgettable 2024 season.
Looking ahead to the 2025 season, if you ask Grok, it paints a picture that Bucs fans will enjoy looking at.
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