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Mayfield Says Teammate Overwhelmed Him in Buccaneers Practice

8/18/2026

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Quarterback Baker Mayfield said a teammate overwhelmed him during Tampa Bay Buccaneers practices.
He praised running back Kenneth Gainwell, who signed a one-year, $14 million contract and impressed him with his receiving and run abilities.
Coach Todd Bowles said Mayfield will play in the preseason game on Saturday, Aug, while he will back up starting back Bucky Irving.

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Quarterback Baker Mayfield said a teammate overwhelmed him during Tampa Bay Buccaneers practices.
He praised running back Kenneth Gainwell, who signed a one-year, $14 million contract and impressed him with his receiving and run abilities.
Coach Todd Bowles said Mayfield will play in the preseason game on Saturday, Aug, while he will back up starting back Bucky Irving.