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Tagged: Baker Mayfield (150 Results)

Aug
21

Bucs still have no timetable to name starting quarterback

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers play the Minnesota Vikings in the regular season opener for both teams in a matter of weeks, but the team still has no timetable to announce aMore starting quarterback according to head coach Todd Bowles. While BAKER MAYFIELD started the opener, KYLE TRASK started and played Saturday’s game against the New York Jets. He played a large portion of the game due to fellow quarterback JOHN WOLFORD suffering an injury, while Mayfield did not play in the game. Bowles indicated that both Mayfield and Trask will play in the preseason finale against the Baltimore Ravens. Less

Source: CBS Sports

Aug
14

Bucs QB competition between Mayfield, Trask continues

Tampa Bay quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD got the start in Friday’s preseason opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers but was only marginally better than fellow signal caller KYLE TRASK, with both players takingMore part in a “sloppy” offensive performance. Trask will start this weekend’s preseason game against the New York Jets, with Mayfield coming off the bench. The team insists that third string quarterback JOHN WOLFORD, who led the Bucs with 111 yards passing and a touchdown against the Steelers, is also part of the ongoing quarterback competition. Less

Source: Tampa Bay Times

Aug
3

Bucs QB competition has “absolutely” tightened

The quarterback battle in Tampa Bay between BAKER MAYFIELD and KYLE TRASK appears to be tightening according to offensive coordinator Dave Canales. When asked this week if the battle is tightening,More Canales responded that it “absolutely” has. While Mayfield was generally expected to win the battle due to his experience, Trask has reportedly closed the gap. Canales also said that the third quarterback on the Bucs roster, JOHN WOLFORD, can’t be left “out of the deal”, as he presumably has been competitive as well. Stay tuned, fantasy owners. Less

Source: NFL.com

Jul
18

Bucs LB David says QB Mayfield “great for our locker room”

Tampa Bay quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD has taken his fair share of heat since being selected with the top overall pick back in 2018, but teammate and defensive captain LAVONTE DAVID saidMore recently that Mayfield has been “great for our locker room”. David would go on to praise Mayfield for his “ready-to-work mentality” and experience in leading a team to the playoffs. While Mayfield is competing for the starting gig with fellow quarterback KYLE TRASK, he is believed to be the leader early in the competition. Stay tuned, fantasy owners. Less

Source: Team Blog

Jun
2

Bucs WR Evans to be red zone priority in 2023

Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles said this week that reestablishing veteran wide receiver MIKE EVANS as a red zone threat is a main priority for the Bucs heading into theMore upcoming season. During his first two seasons with future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady, Evans dominated in the red zone. Unfortunately for Evans and his fantasy owners, his numbers within the 20-yard line plummeted last season. While the red zone goal for Evans is admirable, fantasy owners should note that he will be catching passes this season from either BAKER MAYFIELD or KYLE TRASK with Brady now retired. Less

Source: Tampa Bay Times

May
30

Bucs WR Godwin feeling like old self

Tampa Bay wide receiver CHRIS GODWIN said recently that he feels like his “explosion is coming back” after returning last year from a torn ACL suffered late in the 2021 season.More Godwin caught a career-high 104 passes for 1,023 yards and three touchdowns last year, but he said that offseason rehabbing has him feeling more comfortable. Godwin added that he feels a “night and day difference between last year and this year”. A fully healthy Godwin in 2023 will be good for whomever wins the quarterback competition between BAKER MAYFIELD and KYLE TRASK this summer. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Around the NFL: Baker Mayfield

The Bucs are going from Tom Brady to Baker Mayfield as their starting quarterback, which is why I have zero interest in anything connected with Tampa Bay's offense. Their receivers aren't likely to put up numbers remotely close to what they've done in the past.   more »

May
12

Bucs OC won’t rush starting QB decision

New Tampa Bay offensive coordinator Dave Canales indicated earlier this week that he is not concerned about an offseason quarterback competition between BAKER MAYFIELD and KYLE TRASK extending deep into trainingMore camp. Canales managed a similar situation last season in Seattle with quarterbacks GENO SMITH and DREW LOCK. Canales said that “quarterbacks preparing as if they are the starter for six months makes the entire team better in the long term”. Canales did not address the impact of fantasy owners having to adjust draft boards late into the preseason. Less

Source: NFL.com

Mar
16

Bucs sign QB Mayfield

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD to a one-year deal reportedly worth $8.5 million. A former top overall pick by the Cleveland Browns, Mayfield spent last season withMore two different teams that included a disastrous stint with the Carolina Panthers followed by a slight improvement with the Los Angeles Rams. Mayfield is expected to provide a veteran presence for the Bucs who will compete with youngster KYLE TRASK for the starting gig. Less

Source: Team Blog

Mar
13

Bucs to target free agent QB Mayfield?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reportedly expected to target veteran quarterback BAKER MAYFIELD once they are allowed to begin negotiating with free agents from other teams beginning today. Mayfield opened lastMore season as the starting quarterback in Carolina and ended the year as the starter for the Los Angeles Rams after being waived by the Panthers. KYLE TRASK is currently the only quarterback under contract in Tampa, and head coach Todd Bowles has said that the 2021 second-round pick will compete to be the starter as the Bucs prepare for the upcoming 2023 NFL season without TOM BRADY. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Fantasy News: Young guns

Shade has been thrown in the direction of Baker Mayfield, Zach Wilson and Justin Fields. But the numbers compiled by the league’s “Next Gen Stats” division indicate each of these passers isn’t as bad as the numbers suggest.   more »

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Around the NFL: Baker Mayfield

A story last week indicated the Saints, in need of a quarterback, might have interest in Baker Mayfield. The former Brown, Panther and Ram will, according to the story, also draw interest as a possibility for the Ravens (should they move on from Lamar Jackson). Supposedly.   more »

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Around the NFL: Bryce Young

The general consensus seems to be that Bryce Young will be the first pick of the draft, but it’s early. Let’s see where things stand after Young is measured at the combine.   more »

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Dec
14

Mayfield to start for Rams on MNF

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said on Tuesday that BAKER MAYFIELD will be the team’s starting quarterback on Monday Night Football against the Green Bay Packers. McVay added thatMore fellow quarterback JOHN WOLFORD will “probably” not play against the Packers due to a neck injury. In related Rams news, star wide receiver COOPER KUPP (ankle) likely will not return to the field in 2022. Less

Source: NFL.com

Dynasty Leagues: Long-term QB rankings

On Tuesday, Baker Mayfield’s value was low enough that 30 teams didn’t bother submitting a claim for him when he hit the waiver wire. Two days later, he played well enough that it’s reasonable to wonder if he might be starting for the Rams next year.   more »

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