Baker Mayfield to miss Week 6, likely return for Week 7

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield will not participate in Week 6 against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a thumb injury. While Mayfield is sidelined, Jalon Daniels is expected to start in his place. There is optimism that Mayfield could return in time for a matchup against the Carolina Panthers in Week 7, as he is expected to test his ability to grip and throw soon. The Buccaneers have managed to stay competitive in the NFC South despite Mayfield's absence.

• 5:53 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield won’t play in Week 6, but he has a revenge game to return for