Overview

• Bridgewater completed six of 11 passes for 85 yards and two touchdowns in Friday’s preseason win over the Steelers.
• He competes for Tampa Bay’s backup quarterback job, creating an unsettled QB2 race behind starter Baker Mayfield.
• The Florida High School Athletic Association suspended him after he self-reported covering meal, ride and training expenses for Miami Northwestern players.
• Bridgewater described the suspension as “very upsetting” and said he hopes to resolve the investigation and return to his volunteer coaching role.
• Coach Todd Bowles said Bridgewater’s veteran savvy can give Mayfield “a player’s standpoint” and bolster the Buccaneers’ quarterback room.