Welcome Baker Mayfield

[__Chef__]

... having done so well drafting and developing defenders the last few years ...

I mean, I guess ...

"So well" presumes that the product on the field was in the plus category. Just because they're on the field doesn't mean they should be.

[Doctor]

We've turned discarded FA and cheap Day 2/3 picks into SB starters before. While this particular batch hasn't made a SB yet, they are starters and I believe should be.

I mean, it remains to be seen in it's ultimate form, sure I'll grant you that. But we've seen the development of all the pieces well enough to this point to feel very good about the whole.

[Bootz]

We've turned discarded FA and cheap Day 2/3 picks into SB starters before. While this particular batch hasn't made a SB yet, they are starters and I believe should be.

I mean, it remains to be seen in it's ultimate form, sure I'll grant you that. But we've seen the development of all the pieces well enough to this point to feel very good about the whole.

Pretty sure this applies to 32 teams....

And to the point @__Chef__ made, just because they are starters doesn't mean they earned it or should be starters. All teams have weak links they'd like to replace.

[__Chef__]

We've turned discarded FA and cheap Day 2/3 picks into SB starters before. While this particular batch hasn't made a SB yet, they are starters and I believe should be.

I mean, it remains to be seen in it's ultimate form, sure I'll grant you that. But we've seen the development of all the pieces well enough to this point to feel very good about the whole.

I'll grant you that there have been some defensive draftees that have turned out really well, but as an overall unit ... ehh ... I'll reserve praise for when they're back in the top 10 in something other than run defense. With the way these injuries have been stacking up I'm not sure that'll happen, but we can hope.

[Grahamburn]

We're still waiting on the YaYa breakout. Kancey has been able to get to the QB, but has been hurt a lot and hasn't been great against the run. Dennis is still an enigma. Does Hall finally show up in his contract year because he hasn't done much his first 3? McCollum started strong last year, but seemed to tail off.

I would agree with other posters that we've drafted guys that are starters, but they aren't some dominant defense that should be applauded.

[Doctor]

Who do we have the most doubts should be a starter? Dennis? Tykee? Parrish?

[__Chef__]

Who do we have the most doubts should be a starter? Dennis? Tykee? Parrish?

Yes.

Seriously though, anybody that isn't playing at a level contributing to a top-tier Defense.
Our Edge rush was a weak spot last year.
Linebacker coverage was a weak spot.
DBs were a weak spot.

Pretty much everywhere but the middle of the DL had plenty of room for improvement.

Some of this will/could have compounding effects. Elite pressure makes coverage look better. Elite coverage makes rushers look better. etc.

[Doctor]

You usually have maybe a handful of true amazing players in any top tier defense. The rest are usually guys that are "good enough". Guys that would start on 16 teams. Would get a good size contract if FA. Just solid floor guys who can play complimentary roles.

I think YaYa for example is more this than truly elite. But that's perfectly fine too. You need that. What we've been missing, and I've said for awhile, is that spear point. That catalyst. White was suppose to be that, and flashed that, but that obviously didn't happen.

I think Hassan can be that. Open everything up for the rest of that front 7. Which then disrupts things more for our secondary. It's a ripple effect.

If we can just stay at that typical plus range of health you see from deep playoffs and SB winning teams, we'll see that. If our defense gets more than 13 snaps together before the post season we'll see that.

And yes obviously we won't know what happens until it happens.

[Pirate Life]

Mayfield getting more commercial work, this time with Kittle:

[Phantom]

The NFL world holds this man in high regard, and what he accomplished for the Bucs is truly remarkable.

[Grahamburn]

Any QB could do it.

[Primeminister]

Any QB could do it.

That crowd is shrinking like non-Baker balls in a cold pool.

[Grahamburn]

Any QB could do it.

That crowd is shrinking like non-Baker balls in a cold pool.

I believe @acmillis has turned in his hater card?

[acmillis]

That crowd is shrinking like non-Baker balls in a cold pool.

I believe @acmillis has turned in his hater card?

Yes, I'm cautiously optimistic. Now, I'm a fan which is short for fanatic, so when he has a back breaking turnover, I'll be an irrational turd against him, but I'm enjoying this smart, mature, turnover free "run" Baker is leading us through right now.

[Primeminister]

That crowd is shrinking like non-Baker balls in a cold pool.

I believe @acmillis has turned in his hater card?

Yes he did. The new president of the Baker Haters Club is @CannonFire. He is still hanging on so they’re in good hateful hands.

[Grahamburn]

I believe @acmillis has turned in his hater card?

Yes, I'm cautiously optimistic. Now, I'm a fan which is short for fanatic, so when he has a back breaking turnover, I'll be an irrational turd against him, but I'm enjoying this smart, mature, turnover free "run" Baker is leading us through right now.

He's had several turnover worthy plays through these first two games. Lucky so far, but he's also putting the team on his back without all of his normal complimentary pieces, which is what great QB's do.

[Pirate Life]

Hilarious.

[Lordnlkon]

I really wish they’d bring back the Baker commercials but in Raymond James.

[Bootz]

I really wish they’d bring back the Baker commercials but in Raymond James.

He was recording a commercial for Popeyes during the offseason at RayJay. I haven't seen it broadcast yet though

[mdb1958]

Yes, I'm cautiously optimistic. Now, I'm a fan which is short for fanatic, so when he has a back breaking turnover, I'll be an irrational turd against him, but I'm enjoying this smart, mature, turnover free "run" Baker is leading us through right now.

He's had several turnover worthy plays through these first two games. Lucky so far, but he's also putting the team on his back without all of his normal complimentary pieces, which is what great QB's do.

When your #1 is 4 for 11
When your #2 is out
When your #3?? is out


Yeah! We need to run the triple headed run forest run monster! Keeping it working is an absolute plus.

[Pirate Life]

Just going to leave this here...

[Pirate Life]

I really wish they’d bring back the Baker commercials but in Raymond James.

He was recording a commercial for Popeyes during the offseason at RayJay. I haven't seen it broadcast yet though

It's been airing a good bit up here in the NoVA area. Vea's in it too.

[Pirate Life]

Also a promotion when Mayfield throws, runs or catches a touchdown in a game:

*On the Monday immediately following the date of a professional football game in which Baker Mayfield throws for, rushes for, or catches at least one (1) touchdown, Popeyes Rewards *Offer Valid from 9/4/25 – 1/4/26 during the time Baker Mayfield will take the field for 17 regular–season games, with Week 9 as a bye week. On the Monday immediately following the date of a professional football game in which Baker Mayfield throws for, rushes for, or catches at least one (1) touchdown, Popeyes Rewards Members can get a free 6Pc wings (boneless or bone-in) with a minimum $10 purchase (excluding taxes and fees) at participating U.S. restaurants. Available for redemption on Popeyes.com or the Popeyes App only in the Offers tab. Account registration required. Valid on Popeyes delivery. Prices higher on delivery. Delivery terms and fees apply. See popeyes.com/delivery-terms. Not valid on third-party delivery. Valid 9/4/25 - 1/4/26. One offer per order. Not valid with any other offers, discounts, or coupons. No substitutions. Not available in AK, HI, USVI, or PR. Popeyes reserves the right to cancel, suspend, and/or modify this offer at any time with or without notice.

[Bootz]

He was recording a commercial for Popeyes during the offseason at RayJay. I haven't seen it broadcast yet though

It's been airing a good bit up here in the NoVA area. Vea's in it too.

Thanks! That's awesome lol. They need to show that down here.

[Swashbuckler]

He was recording a commercial for Popeyes during the offseason at RayJay. I haven't seen it broadcast yet though

It's been airing a good bit up here in the NoVA area. Vea's in it too.

Even in commercials they talk shit about him. I am convinced the guy literally needs that in order to function or otherwise he will make silly mistakes

[Central_Buc]

@CannonFire says it's the funniest commercial he's ever seen in his life. He will be a Popeyes regular starting today!

[Sooner06]

Just fyi:


Baker Mayfield in 2025 during game-winning drives through W1 & W2:

COMP-ATT: 11-14

COMP PCT: 78.6%

PASS TDS: 1

PASS YDS: 111 YDS

PASSER RATING: 123.5


man is on FIRE.

[Phantom]

No beef.. just respect

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BkhxH ... tid=wwXIfr

[Zarni]

Baker - please come back

Pretty please?

[Rocker]

I almost feel bad for @Zarni

Then I remember the last DM he sent me and I don't feel bad anymore at all.

[Zarni]

You didnt want to see that? My bad.




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From 3 years ago…

Im a Browns fan and to this day I still love Mayfield. We suck as a franchise and I was happiest sucking with him (OOCA).

[Bootz]

I almost feel bad for @Zarni

Then I remember the last DM he sent me and I don't feel bad anymore at all.

Only see 1 elite QB on that list

[Rocker]

I almost feel bad for @Zarni

Then I remember the last DM he sent me and I don't feel bad anymore at all.

Only see 1 elite QB on that list

Why are you so blind to non Buccaneers QBs?

Wild shit, tbh.

[Babeinbucland]

[Pirate Life]

This will cause some angst in certain fans.

https://thesportsrush.com/nfl-news-unde ... 2-0-start/