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After starting the season 0-2 and looking woefully inept on offense, the Carolina Panthers made the surprising move to bench quarterback Bryce Young. Panthers head coach Dave Canales originally committed to Young as the team’s starter for Week Three before reversing course and making the decision to sit Young in favor of veteran passer Andy […]

The Minnesota Vikings are one of the most surprising teams in the NFL through two weeks. Vikings fans everywhere were crushed when they learned that QB J.J. McCarthy would miss his rookie season with a meniscus injury. Thankfully, veteran Sam Darnold has stepped right in and led the Vikings to a 2-0 start of the […]

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have gotten off to a strong start to the 2024 NFL season, winning their first two games vs the Washington Commanders and the Detroit Lions. Mayfield continues to look like a legitimate starting quarterback in the first year of his new contract extension, and Tampa Bay looks poised […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have bounced back nicely after Tom Brady’s retirement a few years ago. Tampa turned to Baker Mayfield as their next answer at QB and he has not disappointed. Mayfield was on fire in 2023, passing for 4,044 yards and 28 touchdowns in the regular season. He even led the Buccaneers to […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gear up for a pivotal early-season clash against the Detroit Lions, quarterback Baker Mayfield is candid about the significance of this matchup. Fresh off a commanding victory over the Commanders in Week One, the Buccaneers are set to face a sterner test against the Lions—a team that not only ousted […]

After making his NFL broadcasting debut, we can now call Tom Brady a content creator. The GOAT shared a video highlighting his Top 3 Stars of the Week on Fox Sports NFL’s X account. He gave gold stars to Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons, San Francisco 49ers RB Jordan Mason and Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB […]

Baker Mayfield picked up right where he left off in 2023, delivering a standout performance that led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders in Week 1. In a week where over half of the NFL’s starting quarterbacks failed to surpass 200 passing yards, Mayfield stood out. He currently ranks […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers started their season off on the right foot, winning Sunday’s matchup 37-20 over the visiting Washington Commanders. Quarterback Baker Mayfield threw for 289 yards and four touchdowns, including two to number one receiver Mike Evans. Post game, Mayfield talked about his top weapon’s greatness to reporters, including Pewter Report. “I don’t […]

In 2023, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were one of the feel-good stories of the NFL season. Originally heading into the year with a journeyman quarterback on a $3 million deal and a former second-round pick with just 23 passing yards on his resume, the Buccaneers slowly but surely established themselves as the best team in […]

After reuniting with college teammate Baker Mayfield, veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard will not be on the initial 53-man roster with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although Shepard was Mayfield’s go-to target at Oklahoma, the move makes sense. Tampa Bay has too many young options to develop over Shepard, whose injury history is problematic with a […]

This offseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a tall task on their hands in replacing former offensive coordinator Dave Canales. Canales helped lead a resurgent Buccaneers offensive attack last season with quarterback Baker Mayfield but left to take the Carolina Panthers head coaching job, opening the door for the team to hire former Los Angeles […]

The Oklahoma Sooners have a storied football tradition that includes numerous national championships, conference titles, and legendary players who have left an indelible mark on the sport. Before Oklahoma football kicks off for the 2024 season, now as SEC Conference members, we decided to rank the top 10 players in the Sooners history. 1. Billy […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a quarterback of the defense in Lavonte David, who has been terrorizing quarterbacks since his days with the Nebraska Cornhuskers in Lincoln, Neb. The outside linebacking extraordinaire has what it takes to lead teammates to bigger and better things, and his opinion is trusted among coaches and fans. Recently, David […]

After a successful 2023 season on a one-year deal, quarterback Baker Mayfield wanted to remain with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers,  but they did not have an agreement as free agency approached, and the quarterback texted general manager Jason Licht to increase the offer to get the deal done with just three days before he would […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have rebounded beautifully after losing Tom Brady over a year ago. Nobody had high expectations for the Buccaneers in 2023, but they stunned the world by winning the NFC South and a home playoff game against the Eagles. Fans are excited for the regular season to finally return — and now […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers thought it would probably take some time before they found their next QB after Tom Brady. Luckily, they didn’t have to wait long at all. Baker Mayfield immediately took the Buccaneers to the playoffs and won a playoff game in his first season as starter. He also earned a healthy new […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield had a career-best season last year in his first year with the team. He played a significant role in their strong finish, helping them go 5-1 after a disappointing 4-7 start. The Bucs aim for their fifth straight playoff appearance after a rollercoaster 2023 season. They finished 9-8, overcoming […]

Baker Mayfield surprised NFL observers last year, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback is headed for another good season, according to his offensive coordinator. Mayfield said he’s hyped over one of his weapons reverting to an old role. Mayfield told bucswire.com he thinks Chris Godwin’s return to the slot will increase the effectiveness of the […]

In 2023, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered the summer with a giant question mark at the quarterback position. After finding incredible success with Tom Brady during the final act of his NFL career, the Buccaneers were tasked with remaining relevant down the “GOAT,” with a former first-overall pick on his fourth team in as three […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of room for growth heading into the 2024-2025 season and the passing game will once again play a big role in its fortunes. The Bucs’ head coach Todd Bowles and offensive coordinator Liam Coen are reportedly working on a new plan for receiver Chris Godwin that could place him […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers brought back quarterback Baker Mayfield on a three-year deal that is worth up to $100 million, with $50 million guaranteed after he led the team to the playoffs in 2023, and his teammate, defensive tackle Calijah Kancey, raved about his leadership. “Baker is a guy who you want to run through […]

Entering the 2023-24 NFL offseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a few holes to plug on their roster, especially on offense. By locking up both their long-term solutions at quarterback (Baker Mayfield) and wide receiver (Mike Evans), the Buccaneers were able to extend their competitive window a few seasons. But they will need help from […]

As the NFL offseason progresses, teams are meticulously evaluating their rosters and identifying areas for improvement. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers find themselves in a unique position. After a roller-coaster 2023 season, the Buccaneers are poised to make strategic moves to strengthen their squad and make a serious run at the championship. With a mix of […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to terms with veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard on a one-year deal, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Sterling Shepard has played eight seasons in the NFL, all of them with the New York Giants, and although he has dealt with injuries in recent seasons, he has been […]

With the release of all 32 NFL teams’ schedules, teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers now know what lies ahead of them for the upcoming 2024 season. They’ll begin their 2024 season on September 9 at home versus the Washington Commanders. So, they could be the first team that gets to play against first-round, No. […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the NFC South and defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in the playoffs this past season. The Detroit Lions defeated the Bucs in the Divisional Round, but it was still an encouraging year for Tampa Bay after Tom Brady’s retirement. A big reason for the success of Tampa Bay was Baker Mayfield, […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have seemingly done enough of the right things to stay competitive for next season. They were able to hold on to quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans, who were both hitting free agency. With a couple more pieces in free agency, plus their No. 26 overall pick in the […]

For the casual football fans who watch out of familial or social obligation, a good story might be needed to hold genuine interest for an extended period of time. Look no further than the comeback campaign of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. The former No. 1 overall draft pick was flirting with bust territory […]

In the bustling world of NFL news, per JoeBucsFan, Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ recently re-signed star receiver Mike Evans has stirred the pot with intriguing comparisons between his current quarterback, Baker Mayfield, and his college quarterback, the infamous Johnny Manziel, also known as Johnny Football. This comparison has sent ripples through the sports community, not for […]

One of the more talked NFL storylines last year revolved around the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It centered in particular, around Baker Mayfield and his unexpected resurgence. The quarterback had a stellar season, leading the team to a Divisional Round postseason appearance. In line with this, Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht recently appeared on an NFL […]

One week into NFL free agency, and the whole league is nearly turned upside down. It’s been a busy week for all 32 teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who have made 15 signings thus far. Two of those signings ended up being their dynamic duo of quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans. […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have finally found their footing post-Tom Brady. More importantly, Baker Mayfield is finally starting to live up to his first-overall pick expectations. It took some faith from Todd Bowles and a lot of help from Dave Canales but it paid off. Now, the quarterback is getting a lot of love after […]

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently agreed to an extension that will keep Mayfield with the Buccaneers for the next three years, and he will make $100 million with his new extension. It wasn’t too long ago that Mayfield was having trouble finding a team that wants him, and now he has a […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht spoke about securing quarterback Baker Mayfield on a three-year, $100 million deal, and he made a funny comment, saying that Mayfield is a “10 on the prick scale,” according to Sara Walsh of NFL Network. Jason Licht went on to apologize to Nelson Luis, the Buccaneers’ vice president […]

Replacing a legendary icon is no easy feat. However, Baker Mayfield managed to pull that off with the  Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023. The Buccaneers were left with just Kyle Trask at QB after Tom Brady’s retirement and were in dire need of a gunslinger with experience. Mayfield finished his 2022 season strong with the […]

There will be more Baker Mayfield for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with the NFC South division franchise getting the quarterback a staggering $100 million extension contract with a $50 million guarantee. Mayfield’s new contract with the Bucs is as stunning as it is inspiring, considering that the quarterback looked, at some point in his journey […]

After having one of the better years of his entire career in 2023, quarterback Baker Mayfield looks to have signed a new three-year, $100 million deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. “I wanted a chance to come back,” Mayfield told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “I love coach [Todd] Bowles and the staff. I’m happy […]

On Sunday afternoon, the NFL world received a jolt to the senses when it was announced that star quarterback Baker Mayfield would be returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on a new 3-year, $100 million deal. Mayfield led a relative resurgence for the Buccaneers this past year, leading the team all the way to the […]

NFL teams will enter the legal tampering period Monday, but teams that were hoping to speak to Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield will have to change their plans. Mayfield has agreed to a monster three-year deal that will pay him $100 million over that time frame. Baker Mayfied confirmed the three-year deal. “I wanted […]