Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield Suffers Thumb Injury During Game
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield dislocated the thumb on his throwing hand during a game and the team is awaiting MRI results to assess the injury.
Raleigh Durham, NC, September 27, 2026 —
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sustained an injury to his throwing hand during a recent game, the team confirmed. Mayfield was reported to have dislocated the thumb on his throwing hand while in action.
The specifics of the injury’s severity and potential impact on future games are currently pending further evaluation. The Buccaneers organization stated that they are awaiting the results of an MRI scan. This diagnostic imaging is intended to provide a comprehensive assessment of the damage to his thumb.
Details regarding the exact timeline of the injury during the game, the player’s immediate reaction on the field, or the specific game in which the incident occurred were not immediately available.
The status of Mayfield’s availability for upcoming contests remains uncertain until the MRI results are analyzed by the team’s medical staff. The quarterback’s performance has been a key factor for the Buccaneers this season, making the assessment of this injury a significant point of interest for the team and its fans.
The contractor’s name, if applicable, and specific medical personnel involved in the evaluation process were not provided.
Further updates are expected once the MRI results are processed and reviewed by the Buccaneers’ medical team.
Story summarized from the original created by FRED GOODALL, Associated Press on www.cbs17.com, see more information here.
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