In week two of the NFL season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will travel to Houston to face the Texans, and the LA Chargers will travel to Las Vegas (Raiders) for a Monday Night Football (MNF) double hitter.
The Buccaneers are off to a good start after defeating the Atlanta Falcons in week one. The Texans are looking for a rebound after losing a close game to the LA Rams to start their 2025 campaign. While both teams have struggled to put up points, the Texans are favored to win the competition across multiple online sportsbook sites.
Both the Chargers and Raiders won their week one games, with the Raiders beating the Patriots by a touchdown and the Chargers handing the Kansas City Chiefs their first loss of the season.
Below, we will discuss how you can bet on Monday Night Football and why oddsmakers are leaning towards a Texans and Chargers victory.
Texans vs. Buccaneers – Betting Preview
Spread: Buccaneers +2.5 (-105), Texans -2.5 (-115)
Win: Buccaneers +125, Texans -145
Total: Over 42.5 (-110), Under 42.5 (-110)
*Odds via BetOnline
- The spread has hovered around Texans -2.5 all week, with oddsmakers hesitant to push it to a whole field goal.
Tampa Bay barely escaped with a win over Atlanta, while Houston struggled to generate offense against the Rams. - The total sits at 42.5, suggesting a lower-scoring affair—especially if Houston leans on the run game, which plays into Tampa’s strength.
- However, if the Texans go pass-heavy and build momentum with C.J. Stroud targeting Nico Collins, they could overwhelm the Bucs early.
- On the other side, Baker Mayfield has shown flashes, and rookie Emeka Egbuka looks promising. Still, Houston’s defense might be the real story here.
- With lockdown corners and a physical front, the Texans could contain both Egbuka and Mike Evans.
Chargers vs. Raiders – Betting Preview
Spread: Chargers -3.5 (-105), Raiders +3.5 (-115)
Win: Chargers -185, Raiders +160
Total: Over 47.0 (-105), Under 47.0 (-115)
*Odds via BetOnline
- The spread has hovered around Chargers -3.5, with books reluctant to move past the key number despite heavy backing for LA.
- Las Vegas eked out a win over Denver, while the Chargers looked sharp in a convincing victory over the Panthers.
- The total sits at 46.5, hinting at a moderately high-scoring game—especially if both QBs find rhythm early.
If Justin Herbert connects early with rookie Ladd McConkey and forces Vegas into a shootout, the Raiders may struggle to keep pace. - On the flip side, Ashton Jeanty gives Vegas a bruising ground option, and Aidan O’Connell has shown poise under pressure.
- Still, the Chargers’ pass rush and secondary depth could be the difference, especially if they rattle O’Connell and limit chunk plays to Davante Adams.
Can I Bet On NFL Football From The Philippines?
While basketball remains the most wagered-on sport in the Philippines, betting on American Football has gained popularity due to the on-field storylines and increased accessibility through online betting sites.
There are no laws in the Philippines that make wagering online illegal, and residents and visitors can access both local online sportsbooks and offshore sportsbooks with no legal repercussions. However, offshore sites often offer bigger bonuses, more betting options (in-play, props, and more) than their domestic counterparts.
