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NFL analyst suggests Buccaneers should draft CJ Carr in 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:24 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

NFL analyst suggests Buccaneers should draft CJ Carr in 2027

Summary

With Baker Mayfield entering the final year of his $100 million contract, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are considering their future at quarterback. Analyst Alex Barbour projects Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr as a potential fit, suggesting the team could select him with the No. 19 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. Carr had a strong 2025 season with 27 total touchdowns, showcasing accuracy and mobility. Evaluating prospects ahead of the draft could ease a future transition from Mayfield, allowing for gradual development. The Buccaneers' front office may begin their assessments early, as the search for a franchise quarterback looms.

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By the Numbers

•Baker Mayfield has one year left on his contract.
•CJ Carr finished the 2025 season with 27 touchdowns.
•Barbour projects Carr to be drafted by Tampa Bay at No. 19.
•Carr's development could ensure a smooth transition from Mayfield.

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What they're saying

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may soon have to think about life beyond Baker Mayfield, and one NFL analyst already has a potential replacement in mind. With Mayfield entering the final year of his $100 million contract, attention is beginning to turn to the 2027 NFL Draft.
— Yahoo Sports

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