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Mayfield Injured, Bucs Collapse in Dominating Loss
25 Nov
Summary
- Quarterback Baker Mayfield suffered an AC joint sprain during Sunday's game.
- The Buccaneers suffered a 34-7 defeat against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Mayfield's injury puts Tampa Bay's four-year NFC South reign in jeopardy.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers experienced a dismal Sunday night, succumbing to a 34-7 defeat against the Los Angeles Rams. This significant loss was compounded by an injury to starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, who suffered an AC joint sprain.
Mayfield's injury forced him out of the game in the second half, and his status for the upcoming Week 13 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals is uncertain. Backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater played in relief, completing 8 of 15 passes for 62 yards, but struggled to ignite the offense against the Rams' defense.
With the Buccaneers now at a 6-5 record, this loss and Mayfield's potential absence cast a shadow over their chance to extend their four-year reign atop the NFC South. The team faces a crucial stretch with their next three games at home, but without Mayfield, these contests are seen as 50-50 propositions.
