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Jalon Daniels impresses in Buccaneers preseason, vying for QB2 spot

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Jalon Daniels impresses in Buccaneers preseason, vying for QB2 spot

Summary

Jalon Daniels, an undrafted rookie quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has emerged as a contender for the backup QB role during preseason games. After starting as the fourth-string quarterback, Daniels shined in his appearances against the New York Jets and Kansas City Chiefs, leading two touchdown drives in each game. Coach Todd Bowles announced an open competition for the QB2 position, with Daniels reportedly taking the majority of second-string reps in practice. The final preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars will be crucial for Daniels' bid to secure the role amid competition from Jake Browning.

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Status Watch

•Daniels went from QB4 to potential QB2 in two weeks.
•He led successful touchdown drives against the Jets and Chiefs.
•Browning played but struggled to produce points against the Chiefs.
•The Buccaneers have one preseason game remaining against the Jaguars.
•Daniels received most of the QB2 practice reps ahead of the final game.

Latest Updates

12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers' Backup QB Battle Takes Center Stage vs. Jaguars
11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Is Jalon Daniels Already the Buccaneers QB2?

What they're saying

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Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels has been the star of Tampa's preseason and now looks like the favorite for the primary backup quarterback job.
— Yahoo Sports