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All Footballguys insights about Baker Mayfield
NegativeInjuryOct 24, 2026
Baker Mayfield practiced all week with a glove on his injured thumb and is expected to start. His health matters for Bucky Irving's receiving work; Irving has caught all 11 of his targets in the two full games Mayfield has played this season.NegativeProjectionOct 24, 2026
Mayfield returns from a dislocated thumb with an implied total of only 20.75 points, limiting offensive upside for Tampa Bay pass catchers.NegativeMatchupOct 24, 2026
Mayfield has a revenge matchup against the Carolina Panthers in Week 7.NegativeInjuryOct 24, 2026
Baker Mayfield is pushing to return from a thumb injury and based on practice trends and recent reports, the source projects he will be back this week. However, quarterbacks returning from hand injuries tend to experience decline in performance, particularly with passing accuracy. Before his injury, Mayfield was completing roughly 63% of his passes, already a noticeable drop from his 2023 and 2024 numbers when he was a top-10 fantasy quarterback. Given historical trends following hand injuries, the source would not be surprised if Mayfield experiences rocky performances as he works his way back. With Emeka Egbuka also ruled out, there are additional reasons to temper expectations for Mayfield's fantasy outlook.NegativeInjuryOct 24, 2026
Mayfield is expected to return based on practice trends and recent reports. However, quarterbacks returning from hand injuries historically experience decline in performance, particularly with passing accuracy. Before his injury, Mayfield was completing roughly 63% of his passes, already a decline from his 2023 and 2024 numbers when he was a top-10 fantasy quarterback. The source would not be surprised if Mayfield experiences inconsistency as he works his way back. With Emeka Egbuka already ruled out, there are additional reasons to temper expectations for his fantasy outlook.PositiveInjuryOct 24, 2026
Baker Mayfield is listed as QUESTIONABLE with a right thumb injury but carries an optimistic outlook for Week 7 against Carolina.PositiveInjuryOct 23, 2026
Baker Mayfield is aiming for a Week 7 return against the Carolina Panthers after rehabbing a dislocated thumb since Week 3. Post-bye, he faces the Lions in Week 11, who give up the most fantasy points to quarterbacks at 28.4 points per game, providing significant upside for managers who can stash him through Tampa Bay's Week 10 bye.PositiveRoleOct 23, 2026
Returns to action in Week 7, which should elevate the passing game efficiency and target distribution for Colts receivers including Chris Godwin Jr. and Ted Hurst III.NegativeInjuryOct 22, 2026
Baker Mayfield is out with a dislocated thumb for the Buccaneers. There is some optimism that the Buccaneers may get Mayfield back this week, with a decision expected by Friday. If Mayfield returns, the entire offense should see a lift, which would greatly improve Bucky Irving's outlook. With Mayfield out, undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels completed 22 of 43 passes for 164 yards and two interceptions last week, and the 1-5 Buccaneers can't win if they're asking him to throw 40 times.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
The Buccaneers are waiting until later in the week to decide whether Mayfield will start Week 7 against Carolina, though he has been practicing in full; Tampa Bay needs a win to stay competitive in the NFC South.PositiveInjuryOct 22, 2026
Baker Mayfield is a potential Week 7 returnee after missing time with his thumb injury; he is practicing this week and was reportedly pushing to play against the Steelers last week. Mayfield addressing reporters after Thursday's practice is a strong indication he'll start, since that responsibility generally falls to the starting quarterback. Mayfield told reporters Thursday that his thumb is strong enough to play. Barring a setback, all signs point to his return as the starter Sunday at Carolina.NegativeInjuryOct 21, 2026
Thumb injury has him questionable for Week 7; Dan Hindery has him below 50% to play in early-week sims, so he is out of the initial DFS projections.NegativeDepth ChartOct 20, 2026
Mayfield is returning to practice and could start against Carolina if he demonstrates the readiness the team needs to see, creating uncertainty around the starting quarterback role.NegativeInjuryOct 17, 2026
Out for Week 6; impacts Buccaneers offense and DFS roster construction.NegativeInjuryOct 17, 2026
Baker Mayfield has been ruled out for Week 6 due to a thumb injury; he must be removed from all fantasy lineups immediately.NegativeInjuryOct 17, 2026
Out with right thumb injury for Week 6 game against Pittsburgh; Jalon Daniels makes second-straight start in his absence.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Baker Mayfield is hurt heading into Week 6, forcing the Buccaneers to lean on the ground game. This shift in offensive approach creates a favorable matchup for opposing linebackers like Payton Wilson.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Baker Mayfield (thumb) did not practice Thursday, and Tampa Bay Times staffer Rick Stroud reports rookie Jalon Daniels will start against the Steelers barring something unforeseen.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Mayfield rose three spots to QB28 in the rest-of-season rankings.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Baker Mayfield ranked 7th in preseason ADP among quarterbacks; he maintained the 7th ranking through the first four games and finished ranked 13th among quarterbacks in the final thirteen games.NegativeProjectionOct 6, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ranked QB31, down 1 spot from the previous week's rankings.NegativeInjuryOct 3, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ruled out for Week 4 with a thumb injury.NegativeInjuryOct 3, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ruled out with a right thumb injury for the Buccaneers-Packers game; rookie UDFA Jalon Daniels will start at QB.NegativeInjuryOct 3, 2026
Baker Mayfield is out for the Buccaneers in Week 4, with undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels getting the start. Daniels was great at Kansas when healthy, but the step-up from a middle-of-the-road Big 12 team to the NFL is massive. Expect the Buccaneers to struggle offensively this week.NegativeInjuryOct 1, 2026
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield's dislocated throwing thumb is expected to cost him multiple weeks, forcing undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels to start at QB against the Packers.NegativeInjurySep 29, 2026
Mayfield will miss multiple weeks with a thumb injury, leaving an undrafted rookie throwing passes to Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin Jr. in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense.NegativeInjurySep 29, 2026
Mayfield is ranked QB30 in rest-of-season rankings and has moved down five spots from last week. He is the per-game QB31 through Week 3. He exited the loss to the Vikings with a dislocated thumb and is expected to miss two to four weeks. He's droppable in most formats. When he does return, he'll be a dodgy QB2.PositiveInjurySep 29, 2026
Baker Mayfield suffered an injured thumb in Week 3 against Minnesota, which recorded 6 sacks and 2 INTs against Tampa Bay. The source notes the Bucs as a potential target defense with UDFA rookie Jalon Daniels starting, suggesting Mayfield's injury status may impact the Buccaneers' offensive performance.NegativeInjurySep 28, 2026
Suffered a thumb injury; the source projects Week 8 as his return to play, indicating a multi-week absence for the Tampa Bay quarterback.NegativeProjectionSep 24, 2026
Mayfield's revenge game at Cleveland produced only 182 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception for 12.18 fantasy points, continuing a real decline: he's averaged 14.62 points per game over his last six outings dating back to last season. While his year-ago performance isn't erased, the surrounding weapons and offensive line issues in Tampa are catching up to him as a dynasty asset.PositiveMatchupSep 17, 2026
Baker Mayfield is placed in the HIGH FLOOR QB1 tier for Week 2 against Cleveland, indicating reliable floor with lower ceiling upside in this matchup.NegativeValueSep 16, 2026
Baker Mayfield was acquired in a dynasty trade where Kirk Cousins and a 2028 2nd-round pick were sent out, indicating Mayfield's trade value relative to Cousins in the dynasty market.NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026
Baker Mayfield's Week 1 performance against Cincinnati was marked by extra fight but resulted in forced fumbles at both ends of the field, including one returned for a score, as the Bengals defense took advantage of his mistakes.PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Mayfield played better than the outcome indicates despite three fumbles (one on a scramble near the goal line where he scored, one that turned into a Bengals defensive score, and one at his own 36). He remains a high-floor QB1 against Cleveland this week.PositiveProjectionSep 10, 2026
Baker Mayfield is placed in the HIGH FLOOR QB1 tier for Week 1 at Cincinnati, indicating strong floor with lower ceiling variance.PositiveValueSep 10, 2026
Mayfield was QB19 in drafts with almost no one drafting him as a starter, but should be played over many quarterbacks drafted ahead of him. He threw for 379 yards and two scores in a 38-35 shootout win over Seattle before last year fell apart; this Week 1 matchup at Cincinnati could be very similar. Unlike 2025, Mayfield is healthy, his line is healthy, and his receivers are healthy-ish, despite the Bengals acquiring Dexter Lawrence II, Boye Mafe, and Bryan Cook to improve their defense.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
Mayfield was paid roughly $55 million per season by the Buccaneers, but the team wasn't able to keep several key contributors in the secondary, leaving more questions than answers compared to a year ago. Tampa Bay allowed the second-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks in 2025 while giving up 255 passing yards per game.PositiveValueSep 5, 2026
Baker Mayfield offers strong ROI value at $15 contest cap with 23.5 FPs/$, ranking 8th in quarterback ROI; he projects 352.7 fantasy points, providing efficient return on investment.PositiveValueSep 5, 2026
Mayfield received 2 votes (4% of 45 experts polled) as the most underrated quarterback heading into the 2026 season with Tampa Bay; voters included Jacob Gibbs and Brad Evans.NegativeProjectionSep 3, 2026
Mayfield averaged fewer points per game than Jared Goff last year, contradicting the narrative that rushing QBs inherently produce more fantasy points than pocket passers. This supports Waldman's argument that Goff's elite surrounding talent makes him a better fantasy option than rushing QB archetypes.NegativeProjectionSep 1, 2026
Listed among late-round quarterback options in the source's 2026 draft strategy framework; positioned as a streaming candidate rather than a primary draft target.PositiveValueSep 1, 2026
Late-round quarterback option expected to be available at the end of drafts; positioned as a potential weekly starter and league-winner candidate if targeted in late rounds.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
Bloom lists Baker Mayfield as a more value pick at QB and also as a value add in 6-point pass TD leagues, indicating he offers solid production at a discount relative to ADP.PositiveProjectionAug 6, 2026
Expected to rebound, which bodes well for Chris Godwin and Emeka Egbuka as fantasy starters; Zachariason expects Mayfield's rebound to support both receivers' fantasy value.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Mayfield is a preferred QBBC target ranked QB18 with top-five upside and comes very cheap; he is part of the source's QB Plan B strategy to take two or more quarterbacks after the top 10 are drafted and bank advantages at RB, WR, and TE.NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026
Contract negotiations with Tampa Bay fell apart, raising uncertainty about his future with the team. While his 2026 outlook remains solid, the unknown about his long-term situation is weighing on his dynasty value, which dropped from 20 to 16.9.PositiveValueJul 30, 2026
JJ Zachariason loves Mayfield available this late with few trap doors in his game this year.PositiveValueJul 30, 2026
Waldman argues that fantasy GMs are devaluing Mayfield as if injury wasn't a legitimate excuse for last year's poor tape, but it was. A healthy Mayfield with a healthy Godwin is enough to offset Mike Evans in a different way of earning production, giving him top-five QB ceiling.PositiveValueJul 30, 2026
Zachariason loves Mayfield available this late in drafts, with few trap doors in his game this year.PositiveValueJul 30, 2026
Waldman argues fantasy GMs are devaluing Mayfield as if injury wasn't a legitimate excuse for last year's poor tape, but a healthy Mayfield with a healthy Godwin is enough to offset Mike Evans in a different way of earning production; he has a top-five fantasy ceiling.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Baker Mayfield is cited as a limiting factor for Emeka Egbuka's fantasy upside; the source identifies Mayfield as not being a difference-maker at the quarterback position for the Buccaneers offense.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Jason Wood identifies Baker Mayfield as not being a difference-maker, a concern cited as one of the red flags limiting his confidence in Emeka Egbuka's breakout potential at WR15 ADP.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Jason Wood identifies Baker Mayfield as a red flag for Emeka Egbuka's fantasy outlook, noting that Mayfield isn't a difference-maker at the quarterback position. This limitation constrains the upside of receivers in the Buccaneers offense.