Baker Mayfield prepares for Buccaneers' home opener against Browns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will face the Cleveland Browns in their Week 2 matchup. After a close 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1, the Buccaneers are seeking their first win of the season. Mayfield, who spent his early career with the Browns, aims to shift focus from his history with the team to improving his own performance, especially after a game filled with turnovers. The Browns, coming off a 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, will also be searching for a bounce-back performance on the road. Both teams will try to find their footing early in the season during this matchup in Florida.
- •Mayfield downplays his past with the Browns ahead of the game.
- •Buccaneers lost their season opener after committing four fumbles.
- •Browns are looking to recover from a heavy loss in their first game.
- •Both teams will play on the road in Florida for the second consecutive week.
- •The game is crucial for both teams' early season standings.
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