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Baker Mayfield injury update as Buccaneers prepare for Steelers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:14 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Baker Mayfield injury update as Buccaneers prepare for Steelers

Summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers achieved their first victory of the 2026 NFL season, defeating the Dallas Cowboys 24-16. Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels led the way while Baker Mayfield continues to recover from a dislocated right thumb. Head coach Todd Bowles announced that Mayfield is wearing a smaller splint and will be evaluated this week to see if he can grip a ball. The Buccaneers plan to start Daniels against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 6, pending Mayfield's recovery progress.

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By the Numbers

•Buccaneers secured first win of the season, improving to 1-4.
•Jalon Daniels started and completed 76% of his passes against Dallas.
•Baker Mayfield continues recovery from a dislocated right thumb.
•Coach Bowles confirmed Mayfield will be evaluated this week.
•Tampa Bay prepares to face Pittsburgh in Week 6.

Latest Updates

10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers Get Major Baker Mayfield Update Ahead of Steelers Game

What they're saying

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured their first victory of the 2026 NFL season with a 24-16 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night. Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels helped lead the team to the result while Baker Mayfield continued recovering from a dislocated right thumb.Tampa Bay improved to 1-4 after losing its first four games […] The post Buccaneers Get Major Baker Mayfield Update Ahead of Steelers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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