18 Years Younger Than Tom Brady, $32M Texas Native Faces Mega Challenge After Buccaneers’ Bold Announcement

For young rookies and proven players, NFL is  a great platform to showcase their talents and skill sets. When a player joins a new side, they have a lot to prove and hence are used as backups for the star players. However, a veteran has got a chance to display his experience by becoming the starter QB in the forthcoming season. The management and coaching staff have put their faith in the 2017 Heisman Trophy winner.

There’s a staggering revelation made by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Their recent recruit has got the nod ahead to start as the preferred QB. The player who joins his fourth team in 14 months, it’s a golden opportunity to prove his mettle. The stage is set for an ideal comeback and establishing himself as the ideal NFL starter. Though this news might come as a surprise for many fans given the wealth of experience, it’s the right decision. The 18-year younger QB than Tom Brady is hopeful that this is a season of redemption.

Baker Mayfield is the starter Bucs QB for the entire season

Baker Mayfield, the big-chested Texan is the starting QB for Bucs this coming season. However, he has big shoes to fill. Since the retirement of NFL legend Tom Brady, no one has been able to consolidate the position. The 28-year-old 2018 PFWA All-Rookie Team winner was picked over third-year pro, Kyle Trask. Speaking about the same, coach Todd Bowles said “Baker’s our starting quarterback. Kyle’s No. 2″.

The coach dived deeper into the reasoning stating “There’s a lot that goes into it. I can’t sit up here and give you every detail. We go through minicamps, training camps, and OTAs and we love everything Kyle’s done. He’s gotten leaps and bounds better than in the spring and he’s continuing to get better and we’re excited about him.” Mayfield too feels he’s in a good headspace and is looking to lead the position with the coach’s backing.

When and where to watch Baker Mayfield?

Baker Mayfield will be the starting QB for the Bucs when they match up against Minnesota Vikings. The QB who has the loving support of his wife will usher the side into the new season. The September 10 away game clash for the Bucs will embark on a new chapter post the Tom Brady era. Fans would be watching closely as the $32 million net-worth player starts with the side.

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It’d be a hectic first few games for the side as they will have rest quite late in week 5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles, and the New Orleans Saints post their Vikings fixture.

It’s been a season of redemption for Baker Mayfield. Joining the side on a modest $4 million contract and the other incentives. A lot would rest on the QB’s shoulders to bear the role that once Tom Brady played and carry forth his legacy.

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