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Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers QB Jalon Daniels vs Pittsburgh

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head into Week 6 with rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels expected to make his third consecutive start. With Baker Mayfield still recovering from his thumb injury, Daniels gets another opportunity to build momentum.

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:44 PM
Predicted Stat Line: Buccaneers QB Jalon Daniels vs Pittsburgh
Key Things to Know
  • Bucs Report projects Jalon Daniels to pass for 218 yards, one touchdown, and one interception against Pittsburgh.
  • Daniels is expected to make his third straight start while Baker Mayfield recovers from a thumb injury.
  • Tampa Bay defeated Dallas 24-16 behind Daniels completing 19 of 25 passes for 189 yards and a touchdown.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels is expected to make his third consecutive start in Week 6 against Pittsburgh as Baker Mayfield continues recovering from a thumb injury. Daniels comes off a strong performance where he threw for 189 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions in a 24-16 victory over Dallas. Bucs Report predicts Daniels will record 218 passing yards, one touchdown, one interception, and 34 rushing yards.

The matchup presents a challenge against a Pittsburgh pass rush that has registered 11 sacks over five games. With Tampa Bay's offensive line allowing 17 sacks so far this season, the report highlights Daniels' rushing mobility as a key factor to escape pressure, while noting Tampa Bay is also expected to rely heavily on its ground game.

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