Baker Mayfield identifies team leaders for 2026 Buccaneers season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield identified teammates stepping into leadership roles ahead of the 2026 season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals. The roster underwent significant changes following the departures of long-term veterans Lavonte David and Mike Evans. Mayfield, entering his fourth season in Tampa Bay, highlighted Chris Godwin and Cade Otton as leaders on the offensive side of the ball. On defense, Mayfield pointed to new arrival Alex Anzalone as well as Antoine Winfield Jr., Tykee Smith, A'Shawn Robinson, and Rakeem Nunez-Roches as key vocal figures. Mayfield, Godwin, Anzalone, and Winfield Jr. serve as team captains for the upcoming campaign. The team aims to utilize this group of leaders to secure a return to the playoffs.

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