Bruce Arians advises Baker Mayfield following thumb injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:45 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Bruce Arians advises Baker Mayfield following thumb injury
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Bruce Arians urged Baker Mayfield to adjust his playing style after Mayfield sustained a thumb injury in the Buccaneers' third game of the season. The injury, which occurred while attempting to extend a play against the Vikings, will sideline Mayfield for at least three weeks. The Buccaneers are currently struggling, sitting at 0-3 and facing a challenging schedule ahead, including upcoming games against the Packers and Cowboys. With Mayfield unavailable, the team will turn to undrafted free agent Jalon Daniels as their starting quarterback.

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  • •Mayfield will miss at least three weeks due to a thumb injury.
  • •Buccaneers are currently 0-3 in the 2026 season.
  • •Arians stressed the need for Mayfield to throw the ball away to avoid injuries.
  • •Jalon Daniels will start in Mayfield's absence.
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Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians has a strong message for Baker Mayfield after his thumb injury.

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