Baker Mayfield: Ready to Roll Despite the Bumps

Quarterback Shows Improvement After Injury Break

Baker Mayfield, the quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, showed up to practice on Wednesday, looking like his old self. After dealing with knee and oblique injuries for weeks, he said the break helped him feel better. He mentioned that resting and not taking hits helped a lot.

Team Health Improving

The Bucs had a week off, which was good timing. Other players are also getting healthier. Emeka Egbuka, a rookie wide receiver, is now back to full strength after a hamstring issue. Mayfield is still playing through some pain, but he won't let it stop him.

Mayfield's Resilience

Mayfield has always been known for playing through injuries. He doesn't make excuses for the team's recent struggles. He said he has to adjust and keep moving forward.

Performance Stats

• Before injuries: Completed 66.2% of his passes.
• Last two games: Dropped to 58.1% completion rate.

Adapting to Injuries

Mayfield's mobility has also changed. He used to run a lot, but now he's not rushing as much. He said it's because of injuries and how defenses are playing against him.

Upcoming Challenge

The Bucs have a big game coming up against the New England Patriots. Mayfield is ready to lead his team to victory, even if he's not fully healed.