{
  "id": 16096386,
  "title": "Baker Mayfield is confident his thumb is strong enough to play",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/baker-mayfield-is-confident-his-thumb-is-strong-enough-to-play",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-22T19:41:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/baker-mayfield-confident-thumb-strong-194108858.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Baker Mayfield, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, is confident that his injured thumb is strong enough for him to play in an upcoming NFL game against the Carolina Panthers. Mayfield dislocated his right thumb during a loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3, causing the Buccaneers to go 1-2 since his absence. Jalon Daniels has taken the starting role since then, but turnovers have been a persistent issue. Mayfield underwent rehabilitation and feels that his thumb is now robust enough to play. While he understands the importance of being on the field with his teammates, he acknowledges that recovery from such an injury takes time. The Buccaneers are currently listing Mayfield as a full participant in practice, indicating his progress towards a return. Given Mayfield's impressive career against the Panthers, including a 10-3 touchdown record, there is optimism that he will be available to light up the Panthers' defense in their Week 7 matchup.",
  "summary": "Will Baker Mayfield play in Week 7 against the Carolina Panthers?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}