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 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.
- •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.
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Bruce Arians has strong message for Mayfield
"Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians has a strong message for Baker Mayfield after his thumb injury.
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