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Buccaneers Maintain Open QB Race Ahead of Preseason Finale

Todd Bowles plans to wait for tape from the preseason finale to finalize his backup quarterback choice.

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Aug 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (16) passes the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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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.