Rookie QB Jalon Daniels eager to build on first NFL start with struggling Buccaneers

Jalon Daniels, the undrafted rookie quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, made his first NFL start against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. While he didn't achieve his desired outcome, playing against a struggling team, he did perform well enough to bolster his team's confidence in his abilities as a backup to the injured Baker Mayfield.

In the game, Daniels completed 19 of 27 passes for 148 yards and one touchdown, but he also tossed two first-half interceptions that resulted in 10 points for the Packers. He was also the team's second-leading rusher, gaining 55 yards on eight attempts with scrambling plays. However, his performance wasn't enough to help the Buccaneers overcome the Packers, who won 17-14.

Daniels acknowledged that he was disappointed with the result, stating, "At this position, you want to do everything you can to go out there and win the football game. We came up short." Despite the loss, his teammates praised his performance. Two-time All-Pro tackle Tristan Wirfs noted that Daniels had a lot of energy and made plays, showing good command in the huddle. He also expressed confidence in Daniels' ability to lead the team in the next game against the Dallas Cowboys, where he is expected to start.