Baker Mayfield played a significant role in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signing Sterling Shepard, who was seeking a fresh start after being cast aside. Mayfield's connection with Shepard, a former teammate from Oklahoma, influenced the decision. The Bucs have also signed their second-round draft pick, Chris Braswell, and are finalizing the signing of Graham Barton, their first-round pick. Coach Todd Bowles praised rookie receiver Jalen McMillan for his performance, particularly highlighting his intelligence during practice. Analysts note the Bucs' focus on improving their running game, with Graham Barton expected to bolster the offensive line.
Baker Mayfield: Sterling Shepard needed a fresh start and I can relate to that. https://t.co/nTK9aeIHy4
Not only did Baker Mayfield have a hand in the Bucs signing Sterling Shepard — he saw himself in his former Sooners teammate, who’d been cast aside and contemplated retiring. “He’s looking for a fresh start and obviously I can relate,” Mayfield said https://t.co/12sgwDitwB
Not only did Baker Mayfield have a hand in the Bucs signing Sterling Shepard — he saw himself in his former Sooners teammate, who’d been cast aside and was contemplating retirement. “He’s looking for a fresh start and obviously I can relate to that,” Mayfield said.…
The Bucs have officially signed their second-round draft pick, outside linebacker Chris Braswell. Six of seven draft selections have been signed. All that’s left is center Graham Barton, their first-round pick.
The Bucs have to run the ball better, but that is a focus of the offense going into the season. Graham Barton will help that in the middle of their offensive line. TE remains a soft spot, but they aren’t awful there.
Watched the Bucs practice this week at minicamp and a lot of people are sleeping on that team. They will win the division again. Much bigger and tougher on the offensive line, and Baker Mayfield is settled in at QB. The players love him from what I am told.
Bucs rookie receiver Jalen McMillan caught a touchdown from Baker Mayfield in the corner of the end zone during a red zone period. He’s had a nice couple weeks,” coach Todd Bowles said, adding that his intelligence is what’s impressed him the most. “Can’t wait to see him with… https://t.co/XFuPjY1DKG
Sterling Shepard reveals Baker Mayfield text helped create Oklahoma reunion in Tampa via @FanSidedNFL & @FanSided https://t.co/l3Fp7Ff0nj #Buccaneers #NFL
Sterling Shepard reveals Baker Mayfield text helped create Oklahoma reunion in Tampa https://t.co/l3Fp7Ff0nj
Sterling Shepard says Baker Mayfield got the ball rolling on his signing with the Bucs. https://t.co/8o4wulOAI6