Tampa Bay Buccaneers starters see limited action during preseason schedule

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers completed their preseason schedule after a 19-0 loss to Jacksonville, focusing on player health over extensive live repetitions. Head coach Todd Bowles opted to rest most starters throughout August, including in the finale against Jacksonville and the game against the Jets. Baker Mayfield played limited snaps during the preseason, recording four pass attempts and two completions for 10 yards against Kansas City. The offense struggled to establish rhythm during these appearances, hindered by the absence of several key starters and the introduction of a new scheme under coordinator Zac Robinson. While the approach aimed to prevent injuries, the lack of game time for the starting unit has led to questions regarding their readiness for the regular season opener. Tampa Bay finished the final preseason contest with 120 total yards and six first downs.

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