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Buccaneers at Vikings: Five game-changing players

By Bailey Adams

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Dirk Koetter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears on September 17, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Dirk Koetter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears on September 17, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /
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TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Dirk Koetter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears on September 17, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Dirk Koetter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears on September 17, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

After a 29-7 blowout win over the Bears in week two, the Buccaneers (1-0) hit the road this week to take on the Vikings (1-1). Here, we break down five players who can change the outcome of Sunday’s game.

At long last, the Buccaneers started their season last week. They picked up a big blowout win over the Bears, clicking in all facets of the game. Now, the challenge gets a little tougher as the team travels to Minnesota to face the Vikings. Tampa Bay started the season on the right foot. Minnesota stands at 1-1, with a 29-19 win over the Saints and a 26-9 loss to the Steelers. There are some questions about the Vikings going forward, and some of those will be answered this Sunday.

Minnesota went 8-8 a year ago, but won the NFC North the year before. There is no doubt that team is talented, but quarterback issues may slow them down. Teddy Bridgewater missed all of last year with a torn ACL and is still out. Sam Bradford has been serviceable in his place, but is now struggling with an injury of his own. Case Keenum started last week’s game, but couldn’t do nearly enough to get past Pittsburgh. Whether Bradford will play in week three is not certain at this point, but the Bucs may have to prepare as if he will return.

There are several flashy players on both sides of the ball. Which five could impact the final score of Sunday’s game?

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