The team is taking a cautious approach.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield missed practice on Day 8 of the 2025 training camp due to a contusion on his throwing hand sustained during Thursday’s session. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Mayfield underwent precautionary scans, ruling out a more severe injury, and is currently day-to-day.
Head coach Todd Bowles was asked about the status of his star quarterback following Friday’s practice session.
“He’s got a sore hand. We gave him the day off. He’s day-to-day. We’re not worried about it,” said Bowles. It’s just been sore the past few days. It’s an accumulation of days and we just thought we’d give him a day off.”
Despite completing Thursday’s practice, the team opted for caution, thinning an already strained quarterback room with Michael Pratt also out due to a back injury. Backup quarterbacks Kyle Trask and Connor Bazelak took the reps on Friday, with Trask showing improved chemistry with receiver Mike Evans.
“It’s probably the best he’s looked since we’ve been in [training] camp,” Bowles said of Trask. “It was one of his better days. He made quicker decisions. He got the ball out of his hands. He did some good things. I probably have to see the tape to see the rest of it.”
The Buccaneers, aiming for a deep playoff run in 2025, are hopeful Mayfield’s absence is brief, given his pivotal role in their NFC South title aspirations. Fans eagerly await updates as Mayfield’s recovery will be crucial for Tampa Bay’s high-powered offense.
In the meantime, the team may seek a veteran arm to bolster the roster temporarily.