Overview
- Todd Bowles has not named a second quarterback and will decide among Teddy Bridgewater, Kyle Trask and Connor Bazelak after the preseason finale against Buffalo.
- Teddy Bridgewater, signed on August 5, completed 6 of 11 passes for 85 yards and two touchdowns in his preseason debut, earning praise from Bowles.
- Kyle Trask has seen limited production in preseason outings and publicly acknowledged uncertainty about his role in the quarterback room.
- Undrafted rookie Connor Bazelak continues to receive significant reps in joint practices and preseason games as part of the evaluation.
- Baker Mayfield is expected to sit out the final preseason game, increasing the importance of backup performances and tape review.