Jalon Daniels impresses in Buccaneers preseason win over Jets
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:51 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Jalon Daniels made a notable debut for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, helping secure a 24-16 preseason victory against the New York Jets on August 15. The undrafted rookie quarterback demonstrated composure and skill, leading a crucial 16-play, 65-yard drive and scoring a 1-yard touchdown. His performance drew significant praise, highlighting his potential as a future franchise quarterback. Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles expressed confidence in Daniels' ability to make plays both in and out of the pocket. Daniels looks to build on this success in upcoming preseason games, with his next opportunity scheduled against the Kansas City Chiefs on August 22.
- •Daniels completed 10 of 15 passes for 111 yards.
- •He rushed for a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
- •The Buccaneers won their preseason opener against the Jets.
- •Head coach Todd Bowles praised Daniels' performance.
- •Daniels aims for significant playing time in future games.
- 9:51 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers' undrafted rookie QB Jalon Daniels impresses in preseason debut
- 9:32 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Crazy That Jalon Daniels Didn’t Get Drafted’ — NFL World Ready to Give Undrafted Buccaneers Rookie His Flowers
"The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have discovered their quarterback of the future in Jalon Daniels, despite adding him to the roster as an undrafted rookie. Daniels made a strong impression during the Buccaneers’ Preseason Week 1 victory over the New York Jets, earning plenty of praise from the NFL world for his impressive debut.
"Buccaneers undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels is fourth on the depth chart, but he looked in his preseason debut like he might have an NFL future.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 9:51 AMBuccaneers' undrafted rookie QB Jalon Daniels impresses in preseason debut
Buccaneers undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels is fourth on the depth chart, but he looked in his preseason debut like he might have an NFL future.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 9:32 AM‘It’s Crazy That Jalon Daniels Didn’t Get Drafted’ — NFL World Ready to Give Undrafted Buccaneers Rookie His Flowers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have discovered their quarterback of the future in Jalon Daniels, despite adding him to the roster as an undrafted rookie. Daniels made a strong impression during the Buccaneers’ Preseason Week 1 victory over the New York Jets, earning plenty of praise from the NFL world for his impressive debut.
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