NFL Panic Meter: With Baker Mayfield out, Bucs' backup plan at QB might wreck their season
Jalon Daniels is in a high-pressure spot over the next few weeks.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers find themselves in a precarious situation after starting QB Baker Mayfield dislocated his thumb during their recent game against the Minnesota Vikings. The team's backup quarterback, undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels, is expected to start in the next match against the Green Bay Packers. Daniels, who played college football at Kansas, has struggled in his preseason games, completing only 27-of-44 passes for 239 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions.
The Buccaneers are currently 0-3 on the season, and a potential 0-6 record if they lose all three remaining games would put them in a significant slump. This situation has raised concerns among the team and officials, including head coach Todd Bowles and general manager Jason Licht, who took a risk in selecting Daniels as the backup.
Daniels faces a steep learning curve as he takes on the starting role, and his performance will be crucial in determining the team's season outlook.
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