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Buccaneers plan for Baker Mayfield practice
Buccaneers expect Baker Mayfield to practice Wednesday after thumb injury.
In brief
Buccaneers expect Baker Mayfield to practice Wednesday after thumb injury. Buccaneers hope Baker Mayfield practices Wednesday to test his throwing ability after dislocated thumb injury. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Baker Mayfield injury
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield missed his third straight game due to a dislocated right thumb.
Mayfield's practice plan
Head coach Todd Bowles said Baker Mayfield will practice Wednesday to test his throwing ability.
Current quarterback situation
Jalon Daniels started while Mayfield was on the bench, and the Bucs went 1-2 in those games.
Coach's evaluation plan
Bowles said the team will evaluate Mayfield during the week before deciding who starts against the Panthers.
Mayfield's performance
Daniels threw 22 of 43 passes for 164 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions in Sunday's overtime loss.
In short
Buccaneers hope Baker Mayfield practices Wednesday to test his throwing ability after dislocated thumb injury.
