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Could Baker Mayfield Miss Another Buccaneers Game?

Could Baker Mayfield Miss Another Buccaneers Game?

The NFL season is a roller coaster. The Bucs had high expectations coming into the 2026 season. Those expectations quickly went by the wayside when starting quarterback Baker Mayfield — fresh off signing a massive new contract just before the season began — looked as bad as we've ever seen him in Tampa.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / October 20
Rueben Bain Jr.’s role on the Buccaneers defense should be in jeopardy thanks to David Walker’s play through six weeks

Rueben Bain Jr.’s role on the Buccaneers defense should be in jeopardy thanks to David Walker’s play through six weeks

Rueben Bain Jr. entered 2026 as the odds-on Defensive Rookie of the Year favorite. Six weeks later, David Walker is outplaying him despite playing a fraction of his snaps and the Buccaneers need to change that.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / October 20
Buccaneers NFC South Update: How Far Back is Tampa Bay After Week 6?

Buccaneers NFC South Update: How Far Back is Tampa Bay After Week 6?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 1-5 on Sunday after a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and with just six games played, they're already right on the edge of a lost season.

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The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for multiple touchdowns on at least four occasions can you name in five minutes?

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 20
Baker Mayfield Could Return for Buccaneers’ Week 7 Divisional Matchup

Baker Mayfield Could Return for Buccaneers’ Week 7 Divisional Matchup

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could finally get Baker Mayfield back under center against the Carolina Panthers. Mayfield has missed the team’s last three games after dislocating his throwing-hand thumb in Week 3.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / October 20
Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles’ seat is red hot after a 1-5 start, and GM Jason Licht can’t escape blame for this roster

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles’ seat is red hot after a 1-5 start, and GM Jason Licht can’t escape blame for this roster

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have stumbled badly out of the gate in a weak NFC South. How much longer can Todd Bowles hold on to his job? The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 1-5, and Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is now firmly on the hot seat.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 20
Buccaneers Paid for Kenneth Gainwell’s Receiving Skills, Then Gave His Job to Bucky Irving

Buccaneers Paid for Kenneth Gainwell’s Receiving Skills, Then Gave His Job to Bucky Irving

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers went shopping for a versatile running back in free agency. They landed Kenneth Gainwell, one of the market’s premier pass-catching options, only to watch his role shrink when passing situations arise.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / EssentiallySports / October 20
Ex-Buccaneers Star Claims Nobody Took Todd Bowles Seriously; Says This Is His Last Year as HC

Ex-Buccaneers Star Claims Nobody Took Todd Bowles Seriously; Says This Is His Last Year as HC

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette had some strong words for the team’s head coach, Todd Bowles. The Bucs are not having the best run in the current season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 20
Tristan Wirfs Admits Buccaneers Haven’t Given Fans Much Reason to Show Up

Tristan Wirfs Admits Buccaneers Haven’t Given Fans Much Reason to Show Up

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered another damaging defeat Sunday, blowing a 16-3 lead before falling 26-19 in overtime to Pittsburgh. The loss dropped Tampa Bay to 1-5 and left the home crowd with another frustrating afternoon.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / October 19
Buccaneers Snap Counts Show Bucky Irving Taking Kenneth Gainwell's Passing-Down Snaps

Buccaneers Snap Counts Show Bucky Irving Taking Kenneth Gainwell's Passing-Down Snaps

Bucky Irving barely came off the field Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. He played 63 of 74 offensive snaps in a 26-19 overtime loss to the Steelers, according to PFF, a week after the Buccaneers found a winning formula built around him.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / October 19
Buccaneers Week 6 Stock Report: David Walker Doubles Sack Total, but Jalon Daniels' Picks Sting

Buccaneers Week 6 Stock Report: David Walker Doubles Sack Total, but Jalon Daniels' Picks Sting

For three quarters Sunday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looked like they had a second straight win in hand. David Walker was living in the Pittsburgh backfield, and rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels was holding his own in what we called his toughest test yet.

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 The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / October 19
Buccaneers Made $3 Million Mistake This Past Offseason

Buccaneers Made $3 Million Mistake This Past Offseason

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are facing questions about their decision to retain Riley Dixon after the veteran punter struggled to deliver consistent field position during the 2026 season.  FOX Sports reporter Greg Auman highlighted the issue Monday, pointing to Dixon’s disappointing net punting numbers despite his $3 million contract.

NFL News / Bucs Report / October 19
Aaron Rodgers Complains About Raymond James Stadium After Steelers’ Win Over Buccaneers

Aaron Rodgers Complains About Raymond James Stadium After Steelers’ Win Over Buccaneers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has never been shy about speaking his mind. With the 42-year-old playing what is expected to be his final NFL season, he certainly isn’t holding back his opinions.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers coaching staff are the root cause of one the team’s biggest problems and it has to change

Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers coaching staff are the root cause of one the team’s biggest problems and it has to change

The Buccaneers sit at 1-5 for plenty of reasons, and one fundamental flaw that’s been around all season showed up again in a big way during Sunday’s loss to the Steelers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / October 19
2-Pt Conversion: Bucs Defense Shows How Talented It Is Despite Loss

2-Pt Conversion: Bucs Defense Shows How Talented It Is Despite Loss

It’s time for Scott Reynolds’ 2-Pt Conversion post-game column, which features two statements, two questions and two predictions based on the latest Bucs game.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Field Level Media / October 19
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) closing in on return

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) closing in on return

Quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has been sidelined since dislocating his right thumb during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, is getting closer to a return.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / October 19
'Added Few Years to My Career': Mike Evans Fires Shots at Bucs and Baker Mayfield After Ditching Tampa Bay for 49ers

'Added Few Years to My Career': Mike Evans Fires Shots at Bucs and Baker Mayfield After Ditching Tampa Bay for 49ers

After signing an extension in 2024, Mike Evans declared he wanted to be a Bucs for life. Again in 2025, he called it the right decision to stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Two massive trade opportunities just fell into the Buccaneers’ lap after the Colts decided to fire Chris Ballard

Two massive trade opportunities just fell into the Buccaneers’ lap after the Colts decided to fire Chris Ballard

The Buccaneers are 1-5 and need help. Fortunately, two big trade opportunities have popped up that would allow them to potentially add some very good players if they were able to work something out with the Colts.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 19
Baker Mayfield may try to return from injury for Panthers game

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield may try to return from injury for Panthers game

It sounds like Mayfield could attempt to return to the lineup when the Buccaneers play at the 3-2 Carolina Panthers on Oct. 25.

Tristan Wirfs understands why Steelers fans took Buccaneers' stadium over during OT loss
Aaron Rodgers delivers another comeback as Steelers beat Bucs in OT
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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 19
Wirfs understands why Steelers fans took Bucs' stadium over during OT loss

Tristan Wirfs understands why Steelers fans took Buccaneers' stadium over during OT loss

Following his club's defeat, Wirfs spoke with JoeBucsFan about Steelers fans invading Tampa Bay's home stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Aaron Rodgers delivers another comeback as Steelers beat Bucs in OT
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