Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles confirmed that quarterback Baker Mayfield's ribs are sore but he is expected to be fine for the team's Week 18 game against the Carolina Panthers. Mayfield suffered the injury on a late hit from safety Tyrann Mathieu during the Bucs' loss to the New Orleans Saints. An X-ray performed after the game was negative for fractures, but Mayfield's status for the game will be determined based on further evaluation.
Baker Mayfield | QB
Injury
- Mayfield's ribs are sore but he will be fine to play in Week 18
- X-rays showed no fractures
- Mayfield expects the injury to get easier throughout the week
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers need to win the game against the Panthers to secure a spot in the playoffs
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers will face the Buccaneers in a must-win game for the Buccaneers
Baker Mayfield | QB
Injury
- Mayfield's ribs are sore but he is expected to be fine for Week 18
- Mayfield suffered the injury on a late hit from Tyrann Mathieu
- X-ray after the game was negative for fractures
- Mayfield's status for the game will be determined based on further evaluation
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers need to win their Week 18 game against the Carolina Panthers to secure a spot in the playoffs