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Baker Mayfield’s Status For Week 7 Uncertain

As of last Saturday, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was reportedly trending toward returning from a thumb injury in Week 7. However, with the Bucs preparing to face the NFC South rival Panthers this Sunday, Mayfield’s status remains in question, Mike…

By Connor Byrne · Pro Football Rumors

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 9:03 PM

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Baker Mayfield's playing status for Week 7 against the Carolina Panthers remains uncertain due to a thumb injury.
Head coach Todd Bowles expects Mayfield to practice Wednesday, but the Buccaneers are preparing for backup Jalon Daniels to start.
Mayfield has missed three straight games after dislocating his right thumb against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield remains questionable for Sunday's Week 7 divisional game against the Carolina Panthers. Mayfield has missed three consecutive games after dislocating his right thumb in Week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings. Head coach Todd Bowles stated that Mayfield is expected to practice on Wednesday, though the team is currently preparing as if backup Jalon Daniels will start.

Mayfield signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension in September but struggled across his first three starts of the season. Undrafted rookie Daniels has started in Mayfield's absence for the Buccaneers, who sit at 1-5 in last place in the NFC.

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