Baker Mayfield to Start in Buccaneers' Crucial Game Despite Injury

A victory over the Panthers would secure the Buccaneers' third straight NFC South championship and a playoff berth.

Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers' quarterback, is set to start in the crucial game against the Carolina Panthers, despite suffering from sore ribs.
The Buccaneers are aiming to clinch their third straight NFC South championship with a victory over the Panthers.
Mayfield has had a strong season, throwing for career highs of 3,907 yards and 28 touchdowns in 16 games.
Other key players, including linebacker Shaquil Barrett, cornerback Carlton Davis, and tight end Ko Kieft, are also expected to play in the upcoming game after being inactive in the previous week.
The Buccaneers could still clinify for the playoffs with a tie, plus a loss by the Seattle Seahawks and a Green Bay Packers loss or tie.