The 6-2 Tampa Bay Buccaneers will host the 7-2 New England Patriots in Week 10. The Patriots are currently riding a six-game win streak and boast the NFL's top-ranked run defense and a mobile quarterback in Drake Maye who has cemented his place in the MVP race with a breakout campaign. The Bucs, who are currently in the driver's seat of the NFC South, have experienced an offensive lull over the previous couple of games but their defense has produced 15 sacks in the last three matchups. Coming out of the bye week, the Bucs will vie to fire on all cylinders against a talented Patriots' cast. Following kickoff, here are five Bucs to keep an eye on at Raymond James Stadium:

Yaya Diaby

Outside linebacker Yaya Diaby leads the Buccaneers with 4.0 sacks, spearheading the team's defensive onslaught. He explodes through gaps and overwhelms blockers with ease. Diaby wins with power and plays with an undeterred mindset, emptying his tank. He has the quickness to slant and get small in the hole, and the force to knock tackles back. On Sunday, he will likely face Patriots' Will Campbell in the trenches. Campbell, New England's fourth-overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has played 98% of the team's snaps at left tackle and has allowed 27 pressures. He has undergone the customary learning curve in the pros but is a smooth operator and possesses the body control and balance to finish. Campbell gets depth in his drops to counter speed rushers and plays with solid technique.

Emeka Egbuka

With Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan sidelined, along with Chris Godwin Jr. working his way back from injury, rookie Emeka Egbuka has entrenched himself as the No.1 receiver in Tampa Bay's lineup. The route-running technician can play all three receiver positions and generates separation with his ability to con leverage with subtle nuances and head fakes. Egbuka leads the NFL in yards per reception (16.5) and ranks first among rookies in receiving yard leaders (564) and is tied for first among rookies in touchdowns (5). When moved inside the slot on Sunday, he will be paired with Patriots' nickel Marcus Jones. Jones was rewarded with a three-year, $36 million contract extension last week and the punt returner/nickel has amassed two interceptions, nine pass breakups and 36 combined tackles in 2025. He pairs good burst out of his breaks with speed to match receivers. Jones has struggled at times guarding bigger receivers and Egbuka will look to take advantage when moved into the interior of the formation.

Tykee Smith

Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye leads the NFL in passer rating and completion percentage, while also ranking second in yards per attempt and fifth in quarterback rushing yards. He is the best in the league in throws from 20-plus yards with great touch on the deep ball. Maye can fit the ball into tight windows and is dangerous on scrambles and designed runs. He has a cannon for an arm and is having an MVP-caliber year. On Sunday, Tykee Smith will be tasked with containing the dual threat when he breaks containment. Whether Smith spies in the box like the Detroit Lions did on Baker Mayfield or becomes the last line of defense to prevent an explosive from the post, No. 23 will play a pivotal role on Sunday. He leads the Bucs in tackles with 66 and triggers quickly to the run. Smith is a strong tackler, delivering a jarring hit at the point of contact and he will aim to keep Maye in the pocket.

Lavonte David

When Drake Maye extends plays and steps up into the A-gap to survey the field, he often targets tight end Hunter Henry. Henry is a zone-buster over the middle of the field, exploiting coverage voids. He secures contested catches and can run a variety of routes, working all three levels of the field. He is averaging 12.7 yards per reception in 2025 and Buccaneers' linebacker Lavonte David will likely find himself in a one-on-one matchup with Henry on Sunday. When linebackers do not get enough depth and safeties are lined up in a deep shell, Henry takes advantage. David, who has been known as one of the premiere coverage linebackers in the NFL during his career, is fluid in transition and pairs elite instincts with lateral movement skills. His play recognition will help set the tone for the Bucs in Week 10.

Ben Bredeson

The Patriots picked up Milton Williams in free agency, giving him a lucrative deal, and the investment has paid dividends. He has amassed 3.5 sacks and 30 total quarterback pressures. Williams holds the point of attack and has spearheaded the league's top run defense. Williams quickly sheds as a run defender and can effortlessly transition from speed to power to keep offensive linemen guessing. Bucs' left guard Ben Bredeson will face Williams on Sunday. Bredeson played center for the first three games of the 2025 slate in a line shuffle while Tristan Wirfs was sidelined, but he has returned to his role at left guard and packs a powerful punch. He is adept at countering twists and can match power rushers. Bredeson helps generate push in the run game and will solidify the line in Week 10 for Tampa Bay.