Gardner Minshew emerges as trade candidate for Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Former Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew is identified as a potential trade target for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With Baker Mayfield struggling and dealing with a dislocated right thumb, Minshew could serve as a valuable insurance policy. He previously started for the Chiefs in a challenging season after Patrick Mahomes' injury but is currently a backup with the Arizona Cardinals. The Buccaneers may look to Minshew to avoid a high draft pick next year, considering their current quarterback situation. Minshew has a history of starting in the NFL with a solid track record but is not currently in a starting role.
- •Tampa Bay may need quarterback depth due to Baker Mayfield's injury.
- •Minshew previously started one game for the Chiefs in a tough season.
- •He's currently a backup with the Arizona Cardinals.
- •Buccaneers aim to improve stability at quarterback to prevent a top draft pick.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Former Chiefs Starting QB Named Trade Candidate to Help Baker Mayfield
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