Overview
- Tuesday’s practice report listed new injuries to Mayfield’s throwing shoulder and knee, and he was designated a limited participant in an estimated walk-through.
- The Buccaneers provided no further details on the nature or timing of the injuries, and reporting indicates there is no current sign he will be ruled out.
- Saturday’s matchup could settle the NFC South, with Carolina clinching the division with a win and Tampa Bay needing a win plus an Atlanta victory over New Orleans to stay alive.
- Tampa Bay has dropped seven of its past eight games, and Mayfield’s passer ratings have trended down since the 6–3 start, with no 100-plus rating since Week 10.
- Injuries extend beyond quarterback, as left tackle Tristan Wirfs and cornerback Jamel Dean were listed as non-participants on Tuesday’s report.