Overview

• Baker Mayfield will not play in Saturday’s preseason game against the Steelers after delivering a standout performance in Thursday’s joint practice.
• All-Pro veterans Mike Evans and Lavonte David have been designated healthy scratches following their strong showings against Pittsburgh.
• Teddy Bridgewater is set to make his Buccaneers debut, joining Connor Bazelak and Kyle Trask in handling quarterback reps.
• Todd Bowles reversed his initial plan after reviewing joint-practice tape, prioritizing starter protection and depth evaluation.
• Young players such as rookies Emeka Egbuka and Nick Jackson are expected to see increased snaps to prove themselves.