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Is Baker Mayfield Playing in Week 7? Todd Bowles Says He Needs to See More by Wednesday

Todd Bowles isn’t ready to say whether Baker Mayfield will be back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 7. After Sunday’s 26-19 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped Tampa Bay to 1-5, the head coach said he’ll know more once he sees his quarterback on the practice field Wednesday.

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Why Isn’t Todd Bowles Playing David Walker More?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 1-5 after Sunday’s devastating 26-19 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. As the losses continue piling up, one question deserves serious attention: Why isn’t head coach Todd Bowles giving David Walker more playing time?

Jalon Daniels News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Is Jalon Daniels Good Enough for the Bucs? The Rookie Says He's Proved He Belongs

Jalon Daniels walked out of Raymond James Stadium believing he belongs. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ undrafted rookie quarterback had just thrown two fourth-quarter interceptions in a 26-19 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he still said three starts have shown him he can play at this level.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Zyon McCollum Should be a Prime Lions Trade Target After Buccaneers' Latest Loss

The Detroit Lions are off to a 3-2 start in the 2026 NFL season and are currently enjoying their Week 6 bye. However, the team still has a few glaring issues that raise concern, especially in the secondary.

Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to most recently reach the 30-TD milestone for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Best completion % by NFL team' quiz

The 'Last 5-TD game by NFL team' quiz

The '3-passing, 2-rushing TD games' quiz

NFL News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / October 18

The Best and Worst Position Groups in the Bucs' 26-19 Steelers Loss

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost another matchup, this time in overtime against the Pittsburgh Steelers. There was a lot of good and bad in this one, with certain groups doing much better than others.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Athlon Sports / October 18

Let This Be the End of Any 'QB Controversy' Talk in Tampa Bay

As soon as he’s healthy, Baker Mayfield will be the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That should be obvious, but after the Bucs finally got their first win of the season last week, there were a handful of voices insinuating there could be a quarterback controversy brewing in Tampa Bay.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Buccaneers Blow Late Lead, Fall To Steelers 26-19 In Overtime

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered another devastating collapse, blowing a fourth-quarter lead before losing 26-19 in overtime. What looked like a potential statement victory quickly became another frustrating example of Tampa Bay failing to finish.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Jamel Dean's Late Interception Return Leaves Jalon Daniels and the Bucs Reeling at 1-5

Jalon Daniels had a tie game and the ball with 1:55 left Sunday. Two plays later, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were watching Jamel Dean run the other way. Dean intercepted Daniels’ pass intended for Emeka Egbuka at the Tampa Bay 43 and returned it 40 yards to the 3, according to ESPN’s play-by-play.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 18

Why Is Baker Mayfield Not Playing vs Steelers? Latest Injury News on Buccaneers QB

Baker Mayfield has been a key part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offense since joining the team in 2023, starting 57 consecutive games before an injury interrupted his run.

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The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Buccaneers Must Get Kenneth Gainwell Involved Against His Former Team

Buccaneers’ RB Kenneth Gainwell has a prime opportunity to make an impact against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team that named him its MVP last season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers LB Josiah Trotter vs Pittsburgh

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will need another productive performance from rookie linebacker Josiah Trotter when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers. The second-round pick has quickly become an important part of Tampa Bay’s defensive front.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers WR Ted Hurst vs Pittsburgh

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will look to get rookie wide receiver Ted Hurst more involved against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The third-round pick has shown flashes of big-play potential during his first NFL season, giving Tampa Bay another option in its receiving corps.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / October 18

Buccaneers Running Back Inactive vs. Steelers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to stack as many wins as possible to save a season already on the brink. The Bucs are 1-4 and trying to move to 2-4, but the Pittsburgh Steelers are coming to Raymond James Stadium in hopes of knocking them down to 1-5.

NFL News / Bucs Report / October 18

Former Buccaneers Cornerback Jamel Dean Returns to Tampa Bay With Steelers

Jamel Dean returns to Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, but this time, the veteran cornerback will be wearing Pittsburgh Steelers colors. After seven seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dean faces his former team for the first time since leaving in free agency.

NFL News / Bucs Report / October 18

How The Buccaneers Can Beat The Steelers

Aaron Rodgers is coming back to Tampa for what will more than likely the last time. At 42, he is fading, but you can’t take him for granted. He still clearly has some skill left.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers DB Keionte Scott vs Pittsburgh

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will need rookie defensive back Keionte Scott to continue making plays when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers. The fourth-round pick has become a useful contributor in the secondary, bringing physicality and versatility to Tampa Bay’s defense.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 18

Report: Buccaneers Expect Baker Mayfield Back In Week 7

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could soon have their starting quarterback back in the lineup. Despite Baker Mayfield being ruled out for a third consecutive game, a new report offers optimism about his availability for Week 7.

Baker Mayfield News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Bucs Expect QB Baker Mayfield To Return Week 7

After it was announced that Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield would miss his third game in a row, there was speculation that a fourth consecutive absence could be in the cards.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

Buccaneers Elevated QB Easton Stick & RB Josh Williams

The Buccaneers announced the elevation of QB Easton Stick and RB Josh Williams ahead of Week 6. Stick has now been elevated for three consecutive weeks with Baker Mayfield out.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Buccaneers Rule Out QB Baker Mayfield & S Antoine Winfield Jr. Week 6

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles confirmed that QB Baker Mayfield and S Antoine Winfield Jr. have been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Steelers, per Rick

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / October 16

Pewter Report's FAB 5: The Lies I Told You During Bucs Training Camp

Okay, “lies” is probably too harsh of a term when it comes to Pewter Report’s training camp coverage of the Buccaneers. Perhaps a phrase like “optimistic omissions” is more accurate because we at Pewter Report certainly didn’t lie to our readers, viewers and listeners or mislead anyone on purpose.