Baker Mayfield Defiant as Buccaneers Prepare for Preseason

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, set to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs, is dismissing his critics. Entering the final year of his contract, Mayfield is embracing the underdog role, stating that he believes the Buccaneers will "shock a lot of people this year." The team faces widespread doubt heading into the 2026 season, but Mayfield remains confident in the group's potential to surprise.