2020 NFL picks, score predictions for Week 4

Los Angeles Chargers (1-2) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1)

Sunday, October 4, 1PM ET

Don’t misunderstand — I’m still not a believer in the Dream Team. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may be 2-1 right now (and likely headed for 3-1), but I’m still not confident in their ability to go the distance this season, especially in an NFC full of capable contenders.

Still, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers seem to have the edge in this one. The GOAT looks to tease the Los Angeles Chargers, the other team that was rumored to be at the top of his offseason wish list. And chances are he’ll put on quite the show against their banged-up secondary that doesn’t match up well with Tampa Bay’s devastating combination of size and speed.

Especially with Justin Herbert under center, the Chargers offense is a complete wild card. The rookie was outstanding in Week 2 but took a step backward in Week 3. Look for the Buccaneers to get after him all game long, forcing him into mistakes that keep the Chargers from pulling ahead on the scoreboard.

I see this one coming down to the wire, with the final possession likely deciding it. As close as it is, though, I have to give the edge to Brady and his bunch instead of the young gun who still has too many kinks to work out.

Prediction: Buccaneers win 24-19