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Rich Eisen Doesn't Hold Back About Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield

Rich Eisen Doesn't Hold Back About Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield

Summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are performing well this season with a 4-1 record. Quarterback Baker Mayfield is playing at a high level, prompting sports commentator Rich Eisen to suggest he could be a top contender for the regular-season MVP award.

Key Facts

  • The Buccaneers have a 4-1 record so far this season.
  • Rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka and second-year running back Bucky Irving are contributing to the team's success.
  • Baker Mayfield has passed for 1,283 yards, 10 touchdowns, and only one interception in five games.
  • In a recent game, Mayfield completed 29 of 33 passes for 379 yards and two touchdowns.
  • This performance made Mayfield the first quarterback to throw for at least 375 yards with fewer than five incompletions in a regular-season game.
  • Rich Eisen believes Mayfield is a strong candidate for the MVP title this season.
  • The Buccaneers face strong opponents in the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions in the upcoming games.
  • Key players, Mike Evans and Bucky Irving, may miss upcoming games due to injuries.

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