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Jalon Daniels is getting his first NFL start, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers desperately need answers.
After an 0-3 start, Baker Mayfield is sidelined with a thumb injury, leaving the undrafted rookie quarterback to take over against the Green Bay Packers. Daniels becomes the first Bucs backup quarterback to start in 137 games, dating back to Ryan Fitzpatrick in 2018.
But this isn't about asking Daniels to be Baker Mayfield. It's about finding out whether Jalon Daniels can actually play quarterback in the NFL.
In this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast Podcast, Dan Holmi breaks down Daniels' opportunity, his preseason performance, his brief regular-season appearance against Minnesota, and why Tampa Bay's turnover problems may be more important than anything Daniels does statistically.
The Bucs are 0-3. The Packers are 1-2. Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving are available, while Jalen McMillan and rookie edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. are out.
Can Daniels protect the football, keep the offense moving and give Tampa Bay a chance to win?
And if he does play well, the Bucs could walk away with something almost as valuable as a victory: information about their quarterback room.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-2, and the pressure is building. In this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast, Dan Holmi breaks down Baker Mayfield, Bucky Irving, Zac Robinson and an offensive line that has struggled in pass protection.
The Bucs have shown flashes, but they haven't found a consistent offensive identity. With Baker Mayfield already sacked seven times and Minnesota bringing an aggressive Brian Flores defense to Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Bay faces a major test.
Can Bucky Irving continue his strong rushing start? Can Baker Mayfield get the football out quicker? Can the offensive line handle Minnesota's blitz pressure? And can Zac Robinson get this offense out of third-and-long and into a rhythm?
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Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking to bounce back in Week 2 after a frustrating 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Mayfield lost three fumbles in the season opener, and the Bucs gave Cincinnati 24 points off turnovers.
Now Baker gets his former team.
The Cleveland Browns drafted Mayfield No. 1 overall in 2018 before moving on from him four seasons later. Mayfield has already said he circled this game when the 2026 schedule was released, calling Tampa Bay home and saying it is time to show Cleveland which home is better.
In this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast, Dan Holmi breaks down Baker Mayfield's response to Cincinnati, why ball security and situational awareness are the biggest keys against Cleveland, and why this Week 2 matchup means more than just another game on the schedule.
The Bucs also have to clean up the problems that showed up in Cincinnati, including offensive communication, penalties, pass protection and a defensive front that struggled to pressure Joe Burrow.
Can Baker Mayfield turn the emotion of facing Cleveland into his best football?
Bucs vs. Browns. Baker Mayfield vs. his past. Tampa Bay's response starts now.
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Baker Mayfield is staying in Tampa Bay — and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers just made a massive commitment to their franchise quarterback.
Baker has agreed to a 3-year, $165 million contract extension with the Bucs, keeping him under contract through the 2029 season and making him the highest-paid player in Buccaneers history.
On this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast Podcast, Dan Holmi breaks down what the Baker Mayfield contract really means for Tampa Bay.
Was this the right move for the Bucs?
What does the $55 million annual average say about how Jason Licht and Tampa Bay view Baker?
And now that the quarterback situation is settled, can the Buccaneers build a roster strong enough around Mayfield to compete for the NFC South and return to the playoffs?
We also look at Baker's Tampa Bay résumé, his leadership, his relationship with the organization and why his comments about Tampa feeling like "home" make this contract about more than just football.
The Bucs are heading into the 2026 NFL season with Baker Mayfield officially locked in.
Now the excuses are gone.
The contract is done.
The questions are about winning.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made their quarterback decision — and it's a bold one. Jalon Daniels, the undrafted rookie from Kansas, has officially won the No. 2 quarterback job behind Baker Mayfield, beating out veteran Jake Browning after an impressive training camp and preseason. But Tampa Bay wasn't finished. The Bucs added veteran quarterback Easton Stick to the practice squad, giving the team an experienced insurance policy behind Daniels. So what does that really mean? On this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast Podcast, Dan Holmi breaks down: 🏈 Jalon Daniels officially becoming QB2 🏈 Why the Bucs chose Daniels over Jake Browning 🏈 Daniels' comeback performances against the Jets and Chiefs 🏈 What his playing style has in common with Baker Mayfield 🏈 Why Easton Stick was added to the practice squad 🏈 Stick's connection to Bucs offensive coordinator Zac Robinson 🏈 Whether Tampa Bay is taking too much of a risk with an inexperienced QB2 🏈 Chris Braswell's surprising release after two seasons 🏈 Sean Tucker taking a pay cut to remain with Tampa Bay 🏈 Sean Murphy-Bunting returning to the Bucs' practice squad 🏈 What Tampa Bay's roster decisions tell us about the 2026 Buccaneers The biggest question heading into the regular season: Did the Bucs find their next great backup quarterback in Jalon Daniels — or are they taking a gamble that could become a problem if Baker Mayfield gets hurt? And honestly... That's what makes this decision so fascinating. Jalon Daniels is the bet. Easton Stick is the insurance. Baker Mayfield is the guy everything still revolves around. Welcome to the regular season. Go Bucs!


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Jalon Daniels has forced his way into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback conversation—and the Bucs’ final preseason game could be his biggest opportunity yet.
On this episode of the Bucs Minutecast Podcast, Dan Holmi breaks down Daniels’ impressive preseason, the battle for the backup quarterback role behind Baker Mayfield, and why veteran Jake Browning's NFL experience still makes this a difficult decision for Tampa Bay.
We also discuss Connor Bazelak, the possibility of the Buccaneers carrying three quarterbacks, final roster cuts, and why Daniels’ mobility and playmaking ability have made him one of the most intriguing stories of the preseason.
Has Jalon Daniels done enough to climb the Bucs quarterback depth chart? And what should Tampa Bay do with its backup QB situation?
Listen now for the latest Tampa Bay Buccaneers news, analysis, opinion, and preseason roster breakdown.

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Vita Vea is staying with the Buccaneers — and the entire story just changed.After weeks of contract drama, trade rumors and a three-week hold-in, Vea signed a two-year, $48 million extension with $30 million in new money, keeping the Bucs defensive anchor in Tampa Bay through the 2027 season.On this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast, we break down why Vea says he “always wanted to be a Buc,” why he never wanted to be traded, and what his return means for a defense that needs to take a major step forward in 2026.We also dive into Vea's strong defense of Todd Bowles, his leadership during the contract dispute, the new pieces around him on the defensive line, and why Tampa Bay is focused on getting him ready for the regular-season opener against Cincinnati.The contract drama is over.The trade talk is over.Now the Bucs need Vita Vea to help transform this defense.Vita Vea. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Bucs defense. Todd Bowles. Bucs news. 2026 NFL season. Cincinnati Bengals. NFL training camp. Buccaneers contract news.#Bucs #Buccaneers #VitaVea #NFL #BucsMinuteCast #ToddBowles

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers just wrapped up joint practices with the New York Jets, and there are three major takeaways heading into Friday night's preseason opener.
First, Baker Mayfield and the Bucs offense delivered in a two-minute drill, with rookie receiver Ted Hurst making big plays before Mayfield connected with Cade Otton for the touchdown.
Then, the Bucs rookies continued to make noise. Ayden Garnes recorded two pass breakups while working with the first-team defense, while Rueben Bain Jr. and Josiah Trotter showed the physicality Tampa Bay needs from its revamped defense.
But the biggest concern is Emeka Egbuka's injury. The rookie receiver left practice after his foot was rolled up. Initial testing indicated a sprained toe, with imaging needed to determine the severity.
Is this a short-term scare or something the Bucs need to worry about?
Dan Holmi breaks down the latest Buccaneers news, Baker Mayfield, Emeka Egbuka, Ted Hurst, Ayden Garnes, Rueben Bain Jr., Josiah Trotter, Cade Otton and what the Jets joint practices tell us about Tampa Bay heading into the preseason.
Topics: Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Bucs news, Bucs training camp, Emeka Egbuka injury, Baker Mayfield, Ted Hurst, Ayden Garnes, Rueben Bain Jr., Josiah Trotter, Cade Otton, Bucs vs Jets, Buccaneers preseason, NFL preseason, 2026 Bucs.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are dealing with three major storylines as training camp continues.Vita Vea wants a trade, but GM Jason Licht says the Bucs have “no plans” to trade their Pro Bowl defensive tackle.Baker Mayfield still doesn't have a long-term contract, despite Licht publicly saying Tampa Bay considers him a franchise quarterback.And while those two situations dominate the headlines, Bucky Irving is turning heads under new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson, who believes the young running back is an “explosive play waiting to happen.”On this episode of the Bucs MinuteCast Podcast, Dan Holmi breaks down all three stories and explains what they mean for Tampa Bay's 2026 season.

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Baker Mayfield says he feels "disrespected" and "undervalued" by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after contract talks collapsed before training camp, and now the franchise quarterback is betting on himself heading into a massive season. On today's episode of Bucs Minutecast, we break down Baker's stunning comments, what they mean for the future of the organization, and whether the Bucs made a costly mistake.
Plus, Tez Johnson continues to dominate training camp, Emeka Egbuka puts on a show with a highlight-reel touchdown, and rookie cornerback Ayden Garnes keeps turning heads with the starters. We'll also discuss encouraging updates on Tristan Wirfs, Antoine Winfield Jr.'s expanded role, and Tykee Smith's goal of becoming a turnover machine in 2026.

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