Tag: Baker Mayfield

Buccaneers blasting Daniel Jones-less Giants

The Buccaneers clobbered the Giants in the first half

Well, it looks like Daniel Jones wasn’t the problem with the New York Giants.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rolled into MetLife Stadium on Sunday and rolled over the Giants for 23 unanswered points in the first half.

Baker Mayfield threw for 230 yards and had a rushing touchdown on 19-of-23 passing.

Mayfield did the Tommy Cutlets celebration after the TD. One former Giant took to Twitter saying the team needed to reply.

Tommy DeVito was 3-of-5 passing as the Giants were asleep on offense.

Oklahoma Sooners to honor Bob Stoops Saturday night

Oklahoma Football set to honor Bob Stoops during Saturday’s home finale against the Alabama Crimson Tide.

The Oklahoma Sooners will be honoring one of the greatest coaches in program history on Saturday. [autotag]Bob Stoops[/autotag], the winningest coach in OU Football history, will be celebrated on Owen Field as Oklahoma hosts the Alabama Crimson Tide.

He’s the final coach to be honored during home games this season, as [autotag]Bud Wilkinson[/autotag] and [autotag]Barry Switzer[/autotag] were also celebrated earlier this year.

Stoops took the reins of the program at a tumultuous time in Norman. Following Switzer’s resignation a decade earlier, the Oklahoma football program experienced a decade of darkness, looking nothing like the Sooners of old. For ten years from 1989 to 1998, OU cycled through three head coaches and failed to get close to winning at the level that the program was accustomed to.

But that all changed when Stoops was hired. Beginning in 1999, he brought the program back to its former glory, going undefeated and winning the national championship in 2000 in just his second year on the job. For his 18-year career as OU’s head coach, the Sooners were typically in the title hunt, as Stoops coached in three more national title games.

Oklahoma won 10 Big 12 championships, dominating the conference with Stoops at the helm. He produced two Heisman Trophy winners ([autotag]Jason White[/autotag] and [autotag]Sam Bradford[/autotag]) and coached two more who won later in their careers ([autotag]Baker Mayfield[/autotag] and [autotag]Kyler Murray[/autotag]).

From 1999 to 2016, Stoops amassed more wins than any other coach in the history of the program. His time in Norman was marked by a number of big wins and the rebirth of one of college football’s blue blood programs.

The legendary head coach decided to retire in the summer of 2017, passing the baton to [autotag]Lincoln Riley[/autotag], his offensive coordinator for the previous two seasons. He would dabble in tequila sales, college football studio analysis and coaching in the XFL over the next few years.

But when Riley decided to head west for Southern California in 2021, athletic director [autotag]Joe Castiglione[/autotag], who had hired Stoops way back in the winter of 1998, turned to Stoops again as the Sooners suddenly needed an interim head coach for the 2021 Alamo Bowl.

In addition to taking over as the interim head coach and leading OU to a bowl game victory over Oregon, Stoops was a calming force at a time of great uncertainty. Riley’s move was a shot across the college football landscape and Stoops was once again a steadying force for Oklahoma.

He passed the torch to Oklahoma’s current coach, [autotag]Brent Venables[/autotag], after the win over Oregon and has returned to coaching in the XFL and UFL over the past couple of seasons with the Arlington Renegades, winning a championship in 2023. He’s stayed very involved with OU over the years since he retired, and his son [autotag]Drake Stoops[/autotag] enjoyed a long, productive career as a Sooner.

Now, Stoops will be honored for his accomplishments as Oklahoma’s winningest head coach.

It’s been a rocky season for the Sooners, and the best way to honor Coach Stoops would be with an upset win at home on Saturday. After all, he went 3-0 against the Tide, and would love to see OU earn bowl eligibility on national TV on the same night he’ll be celebrated on Owen Field.

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield comments on the health of Mike Evans

Evans has been dealing with a hamstring issue but coming out of the Bye Week, Baker Mayfield was asked about the health of his top target.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense is among the best in the NFL, but they are missing some key pieces. Mike Evans has been missing ever since he joined the 100-touchdown club in Week 7 of the season.

Evans has been dealing with a hamstring issue but coming out of the Bye Week, Baker Mayfield was asked about the health of his top target.

“From what I can see, good, and just [from] talking to him, he seems really positive about it. I mean, you guys know, Mike is a pro. He’s going to do everything he can to get back out there with us and fight for this team as we take it one game at a time.”

Evans was listed as being limited in practice on Wednesday, which is better than nothing. The offense has remained effective in his absence, but getting him back sooner rather than later is for the betterment of everyone.

The Bucs will need him if they hope to make a playoff run in the second half of their schedule.

Former Bucs Super Bowl QB has faith in Baker Mayfield

During an interview with WDAE in Tampa Bay, Johnson shared his belief in Mayfield’s ability to lead the Bucs to another Super Bowl victory.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ quarterback history has included some ups and downs. From the early careers of Steve Young and Doug Williams to running with veterans such as Jeff Garcia and Tom Brady, they have experienced it all.

One former quarterback, Brad Johnson, praised the team’s current starter, Baker Mayfield. During an interview with WDAE in Tampa Bay, Johnson shared his belief in Mayfield’s ability to lead the Bucs to another Super Bowl victory.

“(Mayfield) has got all the skill set. He was the first pick of the draft. He’s been through adversity. He’s had to live it; he’s had to bounce from a couple of different teams and now he’s found his home. You know what I mean? He produces and he gets the most out of the players around him. . .”

Mayfield has been the topic of conversation for several former Bucs quarterbacks. First, it was Tom Brady during his return broadcast to Raymond James Stadium, and now Johnson.

Bucs slip in NFL power rankings following their Bye Week

Every week, a variety of outlets drop power rankings during the NFL season, and one had them actually dropping in the rankings. 

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were inactive during their Bye Week, but that didn’t mean they were safe from taking a loss off the field. Every week, a variety of outlets drop power rankings during the NFL season, and one had them actually dropping in the rankings.

USA Today ranked the Bucs 17th in their Week 10 rankings, but they dropped to 19th following Week 11. They argued, “They (Bucs) went into their bye with a four-game slide. They’ll emerge from it faced with the NFC’s easiest remaining schedule. . .”

The rest of the NFC South was ranked, with the Falcons coming in at 14, the Saints coming in at 24, and the Panthers rounding things out at 26.

The benefit of the NFC South being all over the place is that this division is still winnable for the Bucs. The two losses to the Falcons will hurt, but having the easy schedule mentioned above will help their chances.

Oklahoma Sooners announce date for 2025 Spring Game

The Oklahoma Football program announced the date for the 2025 spring game.

The 2024 season hasn’t gone as anyone would have hoped in the Oklahoma Sooners debut season in the SEC. There have been changes at quarterback and offensive coordinator throughout the year and a number of injuries on the offensive side of the ball have stunted its development. With all of the issues on offense, there will more than likely be a new offensive coordinator at the helm this spring.

This offseason is a pivotal one for the Sooners, who have had their struggles in 2024. But each offseason provides hope for what could be. On Tuesday, the University of Oklahoma announced the date for the 2025 spring game.

Oklahoma will play its annual spring game on April 12, 2025.

The Sooners have had some big events over the last few years at their spring game.

There was the first look at Brent Venables as the Sooners head coach. The unveiling of statues honoring Heisman winners [autotag]Baker Mayfield[/autotag] and [autotag]Kyler Murray[/autotag].

This past spring gave us our first look at [autotag]Jackson Arnold[/autotag] as the Oklahoma Sooners starting quarterback.

In 2025, we’ll likely get our first glimpse at what the Sooners offense will look like under the direction of their fourth offensive coordinator in three years. It will also be the first spring game under Venables without Danny Stutsman leading the defense on the field.

Regardless of how 2024 has gone, 2025 provides a fresh opportunity to get back on track. And the 2025 spring game will give us our first glimpse of what next year’s team looks like.

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WATCH: Bucs spend Bye Week sharing Baker Mayfield highlights

The Bucs’ social media teams shared every touchdown pass that Baker Mayfield had thrown in 2024. 

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a Bye Week during the NFL’s 11th week of the season. They spent it doing several things, including getting healthy and working on the little things.

Those fans were left with little to enjoy outside of the Broncos beating the Falcons unless they were on social media, where the Bucs’ social media teams shared every touchdown pass that Baker Mayfield had thrown in 2024.

The first one of the year found Mike Evans, and during the package, fans can enjoy the former Aggie joining an elite club in NFL history. Passes to Cade Otton, Chris Godwin, Sterling Sheppard, and more are also included in the package which can be found below.

As the team comes out of their Bye Week and prepare for the Giants in Week 12, Mayfield is on pace for career highs in every passing category.

The former Heisman Trophy winner is on pace for 4.285 passing yards and a whopping 41 passing touchdowns.

Tampa Bay Bucs schedule: are the Bucs playing today? 

Is TEAM playing today? Here’s a look at the schedule and the games to come. 

Will the Tampa Bay Buccaneers be on the field today in Week 11 of the NFL schedule?

Following another loss, this time to the San Francisco 49ers, the Bucs are on a bye this week and will return to the field on November 24 against the New York Giants.

A game against the New York Giants could be exactly what the doctor ordered for the Bucs to turn things around. The offense has been firing on all cylinders despite the absence of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. However, Evans could potentially return after the Bye Week if he gets through a week of practice.

On defense, this could be the game for them to assemble a complete game finally.

The pass rush has been working well in recent weeks, and getting Mike Edwards mixed into the secondary could do wonders. Antoine Winfield Jr. will have plenty of chances to make a big play against Daniel Jones.

TEAM 2024 schedule

  • Sept. 8: Washington (W, 37-20)
  • Sept. 15: at Detroit (W, 20-16)
  • Sept. 22: Denver (L, 26-7)
  • Sept. 29: Philadelphia (W, 33-16)
  • Oct. 3: at Atlanta (L, 36-30 OT)
  • Oct. 13: at New Orleans (W, 51-27)
  • Oct. 21: Baltimore (L, 41-31)
  • Oct. 27: Atlanta (L, 31-26)
  • Nov. 4: at Kansas City (L, 30-24)
  • Nov. 10: San Francisco (L, 23-20)
  • Nov. 17: Bye Week
  • Record: 4-6

Updated odds around Bucs playoff and division title chances following Week 10

After Week 11, despite the four straight losses, they have some somewhat favorable odds across the board. 

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have had some very big highs and very big lows during the 2024 NFL season. They won over the Lions but have also lost four straight. Something has to give, and Todd Bowles needs to right the ship sooner rather than later.

After Week 11, despite the four straight losses, they have some somewhat favorable odds across the board.

While they may not be likely to get a Bye Week if they make the Playoffs or the Super Bowl, they could still make it to the dance. According to ESPN, their odds of earning a Bye Week are less than 1%, and their odds of making the Super Bowl are currently at 2%.

Meanwhile, their odds of winning the NFC South stand at 15%, and making the playoffs in general sits at 24%. Neither of those is very favorable, but they have a decent schedule following their Bye Week that they are on.

Lots of adjustments to be made during the Bye Week.

Bucs HC provides update on Mike Evans injury status and recovery

On Monday, Bucs head coach Todd Bowles gave everyone an update on Evans and his hamstring injury. 

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense has remained efficient despite the absence of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. We have been expecting to get Mike Evans back at some point while Chris Godwin has been on record saying that the only chance he has of coming back is in the playoffs.

On Monday, Bucs head coach Todd Bowles gave everyone an update on Evans and his hamstring injury.

“I’ll have to see where he is next week. He’s getting better and better. With the week off, hopefully he’ll be able to do something next week.”

For what it is worth, Bowles gave that same answer when discussing Josh Hayes’ and Tristan Wirfs’ injury status. He has stated this position previously after the injury occurred, so it may also indicate that not much has changed for him.

Soft tissue injuries, such as hamstrings, are always a touch-base sort of injury. It isn’t fun to deal with or monitor but that is the cards we are currently dealing with.