Overview

• Baker Mayfield suffered a contusion on his throwing hand during Thursday’s training camp practice and missed Friday’s session.
• Precautionary scans ruled out structural damage and placed the franchise quarterback on a day-to-day status.
• Coach Todd Bowles characterized Mayfield’s injury as soreness from cumulative contact and expressed confidence in a short recovery.
• Backups Kyle Trask and Connor Bazelak received increased first-team reps to maintain offensive preparation.
• With Michael Pratt sidelined by a back issue, the Buccaneers have begun evaluating external quarterback options to reinforce camp depth.