Is it time to panic about the Buccaneers' offense?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offense struggled during their preseason games, raising concerns among fans. In three games, the offense yielded only 350 passing yards and one touchdown, with a dismal 1.9 yards per play. Quarterbacks averaged just 4.8 yards per attempt and were sacked nine times. Against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Buccaneers' performance was particularly poor, with only 120 total yards, six first downs, and a 1.9-yard-per-play average.

They went 2-for-12 on third down and punted 10 times. Head coach Todd Bowles bluntly stated the offense was not good enough, citing the inability to protect the quarterback and run the football. Even in a preseason game against Kansas City, the results were disappointing, with quarterback Baker Mayfield completing only 2 of 4 passes for 10 yards.

Mayfield didn't play in crucial games against the Jets or Jaguars, and many key players received limited action. Tampa Bay's primary focus during the preseason was roster depth evaluation rather than previewing Zac Robinson's offensive system. The starting offensive line and the overall roster struggled, making it difficult for the offense to sustain drives, regardless of the quarterback.

If injuries force the Buccaneers to rely on their depth during the regular season, that could become a significant concern. However, judging the starting offense based on these three preseason games would be premature. The panic meter should remain relatively low until the regular season begins.