# Buccaneers plan for Baker Mayfield practice

> Buccaneers expect Baker Mayfield to practice Wednesday after thumb injury.
- Title: Buccaneers plan for Baker Mayfield practice · NBC Sports
- Summary: Buccaneers expect Baker Mayfield to practice Wednesday after thumb injury. Buccaneers hope Baker Mayfield practices Wednesday to test his throwing ability…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/buccaneers-expect-baker-mayfield-to-practice-on-wednesday
- Published: 2026-10-19T16:48:46.98+00:00
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- Topics: tampa bay buccaneers, baker mayfield, todd bowles, dislocated thumb, nfl, practice, 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.
## Key takeaway

Buccaneers hope Baker Mayfield practices Wednesday to test his throwing ability after dislocated thumb injury.