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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/tampa-bay-buccaneers/] just made an important call amid the injuries. The head coach, Todd Bowles, has decided on who will fill in for his injured quarterback, Baker Mayfield, [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/baker-mayfield/] this week. “Obviously, Baker (Mayfield) is sore so Teddy is going to take most of the reps this week,” Bowles said. Reporter Rick Stroud confirmed Bowles’ decision regarding QB Teddy Bridgewater on X. The head coach’s move comes after Mayfield suffered a low-grade AC joint sprain in his left shoulder. Thankfully, the MRI showed that the NFL star avoided significant damage, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. 

The Buccaneers' head coach, Todd Bowles, names a new starting quarterback as Baker Mayfield deals with a shoulder injury.

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Muskan Lodhi is an NFL Journalist at EssentiallySports, specializing in contract structures, trade developments, and salary cap strategy across the league. She brings hands-on financial reporting experience to the football desk, offering analytical coverage that connects the business side of the sport with on-field outcomes. Known for her sharp breakdowns of roster dynamics, Muskan delivers clear, insightful analysis of how front offices manage talent and cap space. A steadfast defender of the Dallas Cowboys’ long-term approach, she believes the franchise’s strategy around Micah Parsons and cap flexibility can build a roster ready to dominate the 2026 season.