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Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield revealed on Netflix's Quarterback documentary that he sprained his MCL and PCL in Week 2 last year. Mayfield didn't miss any time with those injuries and didn't appear on the injury report with a knee until Week 5. He also dealt with a right biceps injury early last season and sprained the AC joint in his left shoulder near halftime of Week 12. He missed the second half of that game but returned the following week.

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles said Wednesday morning that WR Mike Evans (collarbone) has shown everything he's needed to show in practice to be activated for Thursday night's game vs. the Falcons. We'll see how he's listed on the final injury report later today, but we're now projecting Evans to play in this one. OC Josh Grizzard said last week that Evans would likely be on a snap count in his first game back, so don't expect his usual level of playing time against Atlanta. That said, we'd expect to see him on the field in high-leverage situations, particularly near the end zone. You'd ideally wait a week before getting Evans back in fantasy lineups, but he's at least in the WR3/4 mix based on his TD upside. Consider Evans' return a slight ding to WR Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin's outlooks.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) is listed as questionable for this weekend’s game vs. the Cardinals. He was a full participant in practice on Friday, though, and HC Todd Bowles said Mayfield is trending toward playing. His left shoulder injury is a pain-management issue and won’t impact his passing. But it could make him hesitant to run. And there’s risk of re-injury if Mayfield takes a hit to or falls on that shoulder. He’d be a shaky Week 13 fantasy start. But Mayfield's availability is good news for WR Emeka Egbuka and the rest of Tampa Bay's skill-position players.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) returned to a limited practice on Thursday. We're still expecting him to play through his left shoulder injury vs. the Cardinals this weekend, but we'll see how Mayfield is listed on tomorrow's final injury report.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. HC Todd Bowles said QB Teddy Bridgewater will take most of the reps this week and that they'll see how Mayfield is feeling when they get closer to Sunday's game vs. the Cardinals. He shouldn't be in your fantasy plans, but Mayfield's absence would be bad news for all of Tampa Bay's skill-position players.

The Buccaneers are not ruling QB Baker Mayfield out for this weekend's game vs. the Cardinals, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter. The team believes Mayfield sprained the AC joint in his left shoulder in the Week 12 loss to the Rams -- but suffered no fracture or structural damage. Mayfield is still scheduled for a Monday MRI to get a better look at the injury. We'll keep you updated on his status and track his practice participation this week. QB Teddy Bridgewater will get the start if Mayfield is out. Bridgewater didn't inspire any confidence in relief of Mayfield vs. the Rams, completing 8 of 15 passes for 62 scoreless yards in one half of action.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is doubtful to return to Sunday night's game vs. the Rams with a left shoulder injury. He went into the medical tent in obvious discomfort early in the second quarter but returned to the game. Mayfield then appeared to aggravate the issue on the final play of the first half and is now likely done for the night. He'll be replaced by QB Teddy Bridgewater. Stay tuned for updates on Mayfield's injury.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield completed 17 of 23 passes for 256 yards and 2 scores in Sunday's win over San Francisco. Mayfield added 14 rushing yards for a decent fantasy day, despite several adverse developments.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (knee, right biceps) is not listed on the final Week 5 injury report. He sat out on Wednesday but put in full practices on Thursday and Friday. Neither injury should be a factor in this weekend’s game vs. the Seahawks.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (knee, right biceps) did not practice on Wednesday. He played through the biceps issue last week, but the knee is new. We haven't heard anything to suggest that Mayfield is in danger of missing this weekend's game vs. the Seahawks, but his status is worth monitoring closely over the next few days.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (right biceps) is expected to play vs. the Eagles tomorrow, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. We never sensed any concern about Mayfield's status for this one, and we're not projecting the biceps injury to be a factor. Mayfield will be without WR Mike Evans, though, while WR Chris Godwin figures to be limited in his 2025 debut. Tampa Bay is implied for only 20.5 points.

Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka is expected to play Sunday against the Jets, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The rookie is dealing with hip and groin injuries that kept him out of practice Wednesday and Thursday before a limited return Friday. That could still limit his playing time some vs. the Jets. We'll watch for signals on his role ahead of the game and adjust Egbuka's projections as needed.

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Bucs QB Baker Mayfield did not practice on Friday with a contusion on his throwing hand. Pelissero also reports that Mayfield underwent testing on his hand, which ruled out any serious injury.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (knee) is not listed on the final Week 16 injury report. He was held out on Wednesday but put in full practices on Thursday and Friday. The knee shouldn’t be an issue in Sunday night’s game vs. the Cowboys.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield suffered an apparent ankle injury on a sack in the third quarter of Sunday's game vs. the Panthers. He was down for a couple of minutes but eventually walked off under his own power. We'll update Mayfield's status when we know more. QB Kyle Trask has replaced Mayfield.

Update: Mayfield returned after missing just two snaps.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (toe) is not listed on the final Week 10 injury report. He only got in a limited practice on Friday, so it looks like he’s dealing with a legitimate injury. But Mayfield never seemed in danger of missing Sunday’s game vs. the 49ers. We’re not considering the toe injury a major factor.

Bucs WR Mike Evans is expected to miss the next three games with his hamstring injury, HC Todd Bowles said. Tampa Bay gets the Falcons, Chiefs, and 49ers the next three weeks before a Week 11 bye. It sounds like Evans has a good chance to be back for Week 12.

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield (ribs) returned to a limited practice on Thursday. He figures to gut it out for this weekend's must-win game vs. the Panthers, but we'll see how he's listed on the final injury report tomorrow.

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield (ribs) did not practice on Wednesday. "Just one of those things that's tender," Mayfield said." I've dealt with rib injuries before. Rest and just as the week goes on otherwise helps. ... I'll do everything I can to be out there. That's for sure. Division on the line, playoff hopes on the line. Going back to Carolina. Yeah, I'll do everything I can." We'll keep you updated on Mayfield's status over the next few days. QB Kyle Trask would get the start in a must-win game if Mayfield is out.