No Tom Brady? No problem: Baker Mayfield pockets $1m bonus after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cruise to victory over the Carolina Panthers to win the NFC South
1 year ago

No Tom Brady? No problem: Baker Mayfield pockets $1m bonus after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cruise to victory over the Carolina Panthers to win the NFC South

Daily Mail  

In a year where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were expected to struggle after Tom Brady announced his retirement, Baker Mayfield has been seamless in his transition into the role of starting quarterback. Mayfield piloted the Buccaneers to another playoff berth by winning the NFC South - a feat they accomplished Sunday afternoon. With a simple 9-0 win over the Carolina Panthers, Mayfield had officially guided Tampa Bay to the playoffs. Baker Mayfield is a cool one million dollars richer after Sunday's win over the Panthers By defeating Carolina 9-0 on Sunday afternoon, the Buccaneers won the NFC South That grants the Buccaneers a playoff spot - and earns Mayfield a $1million bonus 'It's been a lot in the past couple of years that I've gone through,' Mayfield said after the game.

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Baker Mayfield’s whatever-it-takes mentality has the Buccaneers chasing bigger goals
2 days, 19 hours ago

Baker Mayfield’s whatever-it-takes mentality has the Buccaneers chasing bigger goals

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield wanted more yards on one of his several scrambles so he lowered his head, leaned his shoulder forward and rammed into two linebackers. That was the way Mayfield played all season and he put everything on the line in Tampa Bay’s division-clinching 27-19 victory over New Orleans. “He’s one of those quarterbacks that has that …

On Football: Baker Mayfield’s success in Tampa Bay has turned him into a coach-builder
6 days, 8 hours ago

On Football: Baker Mayfield’s success in Tampa Bay has turned him into a coach-builder

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield revived his career in Tampa Bay and became a coach-builder in the process. Mayfield’s success with the Buccaneers in 2023 helped Dave Canales become head coach of the Carolina Panthers after just one season as an offensive coordinator. “That was one of the best Sundays I’ve had in a long time, man,” Coen said Thursday …

Baker Mayfield comes home to Texas to face Cowboys with eye on getting Bucs to playoffs
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Baker Mayfield comes home to Texas to face Cowboys with eye on getting Bucs to playoffs

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Leading an NFL team into his home state of Texas isn’t new for Baker Mayfield. “There’s a lot of memories that I have,” said Mayfield, who won the Heisman Trophy at Oklahoma and played high school football in the Austin area. “We have enough sarcastic coaches and sarcastic players to insult people to keep everybody grounded so …

Baker Mayfield and the Bucs take a 4-game winning streak into a meeting with Cowboys
3 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield and the Bucs take a 4-game winning streak into a meeting with Cowboys

Hindustan Times  

Tampa Bay at Dallas HT Image Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Buccaneers by 4 1/2. Britt and S Mike Edwards will be evaluated as the week progresses.. Cowboys rookie C Cooper Beebe could clear concussion protocol after missing last week's game. … Evans needs eight catches for 251 yards over the next three games to extend his …

Baker Mayfield, high-flying Bucs visit Chargers in matchup of teams with winning records
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Baker Mayfield, high-flying Bucs visit Chargers in matchup of teams with winning records

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 3. Last week: Buccaneers beat Las Vegas 28-13; Chargers lost to Kansas City 19-17. … Chargers QB Justin Herbert is dealing with a sprained left ankle, but doesn’t believe it is as serious as the right high ankle sprain he sustained in Week 2 …

Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over Raiders
1 month ago

Baker Mayfield throws for 3 TDs, Bucs take over 1st in NFC South with 28-13 win over Raiders

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The surging Tampa Bay Buccaneers are back over.500, a fourth straight NFC South title within reach. Rachaad White scored on a 5-yard reception and a 3-yard run for the Bucs, who pulled away in the second half after the Raiders lost quarterback Aidan O’Connell to a knee injury that coach Antonio Pierce said “doesn’t look good.” O’Connell …

Baker Mayfield mocks Tommy DeVito’s celebration as the Bucs embarrass the Giants 30-7
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield mocks Tommy DeVito’s celebration as the Bucs embarrass the Giants 30-7

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield embarrassed the woeful Giants with his arm and legs, and if that wasn’t enough, he rubbed it in by mimicking New York fan favorite Tommy DeVito’s celebratory dance after scoring a touchdown. Mayfield catapulted into the end zone on a spectacular 10-yard scramble for one of Tampa Bay’s four rushing …

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs
2 months ago

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield says he would gladly sacrifice some personal success for a few more victories. “So it’s about winning for me.” The 49ers, who are coming off a bye and activated star running back Christian McCaffery from injured reserve on Saturday, are looking to win consecutive games for the first time this season. “He’s one of the …

Tom Brady Hits Back At Current Bucs QB Who Said Retired Great Stressed Out The Team
3 months, 1 week ago

Tom Brady Hits Back At Current Bucs QB Who Said Retired Great Stressed Out The Team

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Ex-Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady responded to a claim by current QB Baker Mayfield that the retired great created a “high-strung” atmosphere and left players “stressed out,” and that Mayfield had the job of bringing “the joy” back. “I thought ‘stressful’ was not having Super Bowl rings,” Brady retorted. If I wanted to have fun, I was …

Tom Brady responds to Baker Mayfield’s criticism, says ‘stressful is not having Super Bowl rings’
3 months, 1 week ago

Tom Brady responds to Baker Mayfield’s criticism, says ‘stressful is not having Super Bowl rings’

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tom Brady has no regrets about pushing his teammates to be their best. The seven-time Super Bowl champion didn’t hold back in responding to Baker Mayfield’s recent comments that Brady created a “stressful environment” during the 2022 season, his last with the Buccaneers. “I thought stressful was not having Super Bowl rings so there was a mindset …

Baker Mayfield levels major accusations against Tom Brady and his time at Tampa Bay
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Baker Mayfield levels major accusations against Tom Brady and his time at Tampa Bay

Daily Mail  

It would not take being a fly on the wall to know the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a different vibe with Baker Mayfield at quarterback compared to their three seasons with Tom Brady at the helm. Tom Brady played for the Buccaneers for three seasons before retiring for good in early 2023 Baker Mayfield has since taken over as the …

Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Daniels’ debut
4 months ago

Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers rout Commanders 37-20 to spoil Jayden Daniels’ debut

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are indisputably Baker Mayfield’s team. Evans caught two TD passes, and Godwin and rookie Jalen McMillan each scored once for the Bucs, whose defense stymied Daniels and the Commanders’ offense despite beginning the game without two injured starters and losing three cornerbacks along the way. “I think we have the potential to be …

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title
4 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield and Buccaneers must overcome Cousins and revamped Falcons for 4th straight NFC South title

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Losing Tom Brady didn’t loosen the Buccaneers’ hold on the NFC South. Before Penix, Atlanta’s previous three first-round picks were running back Bijan Robinson, wide receiver Drake London and tight end Kyle Pitts. Atlanta bolstered its defense during training camp, adding four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Matthew Judon and two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons to join …

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — All Baker Mayfield and the resurgent Tampa Bay Buccaneers wanted was an opportunity to make some noise in the playoffs. Their 32-9 wild-card playoff victory over Jalen Hurts and the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night guaranteed they’ll have another. Mayfield threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns, and Tampa Bay’s defense never allowed Hurts …

NFL divisional playoffs primer: Get ready for Baker Mayfield vs. Jared Goff
11 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL divisional playoffs primer: Get ready for Baker Mayfield vs. Jared Goff

LA Times  

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, left, will square off against quarterback Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions in the NFC divisional playoffs. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will face the Green Bay Packers defense in the NFC divisional playoffs. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy hasn’t faced the Packers, and Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love has not played San Francisco. …

QB Mayfield hurts ribs as Bucs lose 23-13 to the Saints and waste chance to clinch title at home
1 year ago

QB Mayfield hurts ribs as Bucs lose 23-13 to the Saints and waste chance to clinch title at home

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasted an opportunity to clinch their third consecutive NFC South championship. But Sunday’s 23-13 loss to New Orleans wasn’t the only source of pain for Mayfield, who took a hard hit to the ribs when Saints defensive backs Tyrann Mathieu and Alontae Taylor slammed into him after the scrambling …

Baker Mayfield throws for 381 yards, 4 TDs, Bucs keep pace in NFC South by beating Packers 34-20
1 year ago

Baker Mayfield throws for 381 yards, 4 TDs, Bucs keep pace in NFC South by beating Packers 34-20

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Playing on a new team eager to reach the postseason, Baker Mayfield reversed his December fortunes at Lambeau Field. Mayfield threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won their third straight, 34-20 over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. “It’s disappointing.” Mayfield picked apart Green Bay’s defense one week after the …

Bucs’ Baker Mayfield hoping for better results in his latest visit to Lambeau
1 year ago

Bucs’ Baker Mayfield hoping for better results in his latest visit to Lambeau

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is visiting Lambeau Field in December for a third straight year, each time with a different team. Mayfield threw four interceptions in Cleveland’s 24-22 loss to Green Bay on Christmas Day 2021 that marked his second-to-last appearance with the Browns, who took him with the No. Tampa Bay and Green …

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9
1 year, 3 months ago

Baker Mayfield has 3 TD passes, ailing Derek Carr ineffective as Buccaneers top Saints 26-9

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Baker Mayfield might have landed with the right team at the right time. Mayfield threw three touchdown passes for Tampa Bay, Derek Carr’s surprise return from a shoulder injury did little to help New Orleans’ anemic offense, and the Buccaneers beat the Saints 26-9 on Sunday. He’s been a great fit for us,” said receiver Chris Godwin, …

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut
1 year, 3 months ago

Buccaneers top Vikings 20-17 as Baker Mayfield finishes strong in his debut

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The grit Baker Mayfield showed Tampa Bay down the stretch of his debut sure outweighed the rough start. Mayfield recovered to throw two touchdown passes without a turnover, and the Buccaneers beat Minnesota 20-17 in the season opener after three first-half turnovers by the Vikings on Sunday. The Buccaneers, with seven starters left from the 2020 Super Bowl …

Mayfield makes his Buccaneers debut for 4th team in 3 seasons, in opening visit to Vikings
1 year, 4 months ago

Mayfield makes his Buccaneers debut for 4th team in 3 seasons, in opening visit to Vikings

Associated Press  

TAMPA BAY at MINNESOTA Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Vikings by 5½, according to FanDuel SportsBook. The Tampa Bay secondary features CBs Carlton Davis and Jamel Dean and S Antoine Winfield Jr., the son of former Vikings CB Antoine Winfield Sr. Jefferson led the NFL last season with 128 receptions and 1,809 yards. STATS AND STUFF: The Bucs …

Mayfield lands Buccaneers QB job, beats out Trask in competition to replace Brady
1 year, 4 months ago

Mayfield lands Buccaneers QB job, beats out Trask in competition to replace Brady

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield was selected as the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ending the competition for Tom Brady’s old job on Tuesday. 1 overall pick from the 2018 NFL draft prevailed over third-year pro Kyle Trask, a 2021 second-round draft pick who spent the past two seasons as the third-string quarterback behind Brady and Blaine Gabbert. …

Baker Mayfield named Buccaneers’ starting QB: Last chance for 2018 No. 1 pick?
1 year, 4 months ago

Baker Mayfield named Buccaneers’ starting QB: Last chance for 2018 No. 1 pick?

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Eagles vs. Buccaneers on Monday Night Football Baker Mayfield will be the Buccaneers’ starting quarterback for the regular season, Tampa Bay coach Todd Bowles announced during a Tuesday news conference. GO DEEPER Bucs' Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles come together for another shot at NFL success TIME TO BAKE 🔥 pic.twitter.com/7GTdEbdUgU — Tampa Bay Buccaneers …

Kahler: For Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, it’s a happy new year — and a familiar one
2 years ago

Kahler: For Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, it’s a happy new year — and a familiar one

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — At halftime Sunday, the 7-8 Buccaneers trailed the 6-9 Panthers 14-10. “Tom is historically a great quarterback sneaker, I mean I’ve dealt with it a lot in New England,” right guard Shaq Mason said. “The fact that we were able to get back to that today was awesome because he knows how to get that yard no …

Will Tom Brady play in 2023? 49ers, Jets and other team options if QB returns
2 years ago

Will Tom Brady play in 2023? 49ers, Jets and other team options if QB returns

New York Times  

As Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter the final four weeks of the regular season, the GOAT and 2020 Super Bowl champions find themselves in a fight to remain atop the beleaguered NFC South. Any team worthy of his serious consideration would have to possess a strong defense, quality offensive line, adequate offensive weapons and a head coach …

The Rams claim quarterback Baker Mayfield off waivers, believe he remains a playmaker
2 years, 1 month ago

The Rams claim quarterback Baker Mayfield off waivers, believe he remains a playmaker

LA Times  

Quarterback Baker Mayfield, then with the Carolina Panthers, walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Nov. 20. The Rams claimed quarterback Baker Mayfield off waivers from the Carolina Panthers, adding another former No. Rams Elliott: Once-exiled Cam Akers provides some Rams relief amid Super Bowl hangover The bill has come due on the Rams’ Super …

Tom Brady leads 55th career game-winning drive in Rams win
2 years, 2 months ago

Tom Brady leads 55th career game-winning drive in Rams win

Daily Mail  

Tom Brady and his Tampa Bay Buccaneers team finally bounced back by sealing a dramatic comeback victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Florida Sunday evening. Tom Brady and his Tampa Bay Buccaneers team finally bounced back with win Sunday evening Brady beamed as he attended his post-game press conference after driving the Bucs to victory It looked as though …

Tom Brady makes best (drive) of bad situation in Tampa’s comeback win over Rams
2 years, 2 months ago

Tom Brady makes best (drive) of bad situation in Tampa’s comeback win over Rams

LA Times  

Tom Brady is far more of a fixer than a fixator, so it wasn’t surprising Sunday that the Tampa Bay quarterback was focused on righting his team’s rudderless ship, rather than yet another personal milestone. “That comeback was something he’s done his whole career,” Buccaneers quarterbacks coach Clyde Christensen said of Brady. CBS play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz, who by his …

Tom Brady has caused 'distractions' which have 'hurt' the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, claims Phil Simms
2 years, 2 months ago

Tom Brady has caused 'distractions' which have 'hurt' the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, claims Phil Simms

Daily Mail  

NFL legend Phil Simms has suggested Tom Brady's actions have damaged the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played some part in the recent slump. The seven-time Super Bowl was criticized for his decision to attend Robert Kraft's wedding the Friday before Tampa's loss to the Steelers in Week 6, which saw him miss a walkthrough and team meetings. Brady's marriage - …

Brady not thinking about retirement, so time to speculate
2 years, 2 months ago

Brady not thinking about retirement, so time to speculate

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tom Brady says retirement isn’t in his future, so let the 2023 speculation begin. Brady’s comment Thursday doesn’t mean he’s coming back for a 24th season but anything is possible for the 45-year-old, seven-time Super Bowl champion. No retirement in my future.” If Brady — who retired this past spring before changing his mind — decides to …

Tom Brady announces return to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL
2 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady announces return to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

The Hindu  

Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. Brady said on Sunday he’s returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd NFL season. Unfinished business LFG pic.twitter.com/U0yhRKVKVm — Tom Brady March 13, 2022 “These past two months I’ve realized my place is still on the field and not in the stands,” Brady wrote. I’m coming back for my 23rd season in …

Tom Brady does a u-turn on retirement, says he will return to Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady does a u-turn on retirement, says he will return to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Firstpost  

NFL superstar quarterback Brady, who turns 45 in August, says he wants at least one more chance at a championship. Miami: Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady said Sunday he has changed his mind about retirement and will return to the NFL next season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We are ecstatic that he decided to continue playing and working …

Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL
2 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. Brady said Sunday he’s returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd NFL season. I’m coming back for my 23rd season in Tampa.” Brady led the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title following the 2020 season and NFC South championship last season. “Tom Brady loves to play football as much …

Tom Brady Un-retires, Says He Will Return to NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady Un-retires, Says He Will Return to NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers

News 18  

Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady said Sunday he has changed his mind about retirement and will return to the NFL next season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We are ecstatic that he decided to continue playing and working toward winning another championship.” The Buccaneers simply posted a video of Brady on Twitter with the message: “He’s baaackkkk.” The move …

Saints frustrate Brady again, beat SB champ Buccaneers 9-0
3 years ago

Saints frustrate Brady again, beat SB champ Buccaneers 9-0

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Nobody hounds Tom Brady like the New Orleans Saints. Cameron Jordan and the New Orleans defense gave Brady fits again, shutting down Tampa Bay’s high-powered offense Sunday night as the Saints put the Buccaneers’ division-title celebration plans on hold with a 9-0 victory over the reigning Super Bowl champions. We’re not going to win scoring no points.” …

Buccaneers vs Saints: Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay stunned by New Orleans
3 years, 2 months ago

Buccaneers vs Saints: Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay stunned by New Orleans

CNN  

CNN — It feels like, in the regular season at least, that the New Orleans Saints have Tom Brady’s number. The legendary quarterback has now lost his last three regular season games against New Orleans since his move to Florida after the Saints beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-27 on Sunday. “I don’t want to say, until I have a …

More on Tom Brady's return to New England and the opening of the MLB playoffs
3 years, 3 months ago

More on Tom Brady's return to New England and the opening of the MLB playoffs

NPR  

More on Tom Brady's return to New England and the opening of the MLB playoffs The sports world is still buzzing after Sunday's thrilling return of Tom Brady to New England. AUDIE CORNISH, HOST: The NFL record book will show the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the New England Patriots last night, 19 to 17. For Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady, …

NFL: Age-defying Tom Brady eyes encore with Tampa Bay Buccaneers as season kicks off
3 years, 3 months ago

NFL: Age-defying Tom Brady eyes encore with Tampa Bay Buccaneers as season kicks off

Firstpost  

It is almost 20 years since Brady’s NFL odyssey began. New York: Tom Brady embarks on the latest chapter of his age-defying career on Thursday as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers launch their quest for back-to-back Super Bowls in a season-opening clash with the Dallas Cowboys. Last season, Brady flouted conventional wisdom once more, leading Tampa Bay to an upset 31-9 …

Tom Brady cements legacy with Buccaneers Super Bowl win
3 years, 11 months ago

Tom Brady cements legacy with Buccaneers Super Bowl win

LA Times  

Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady looks at the Vince Lombardi trophy after winning his seventh Super Bowl on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. Sports Tom Brady wins seventh Super Bowl as Buccaneers crush Chiefs 31-9 Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs to win the 2021 Super Bowl in dominating fashion, 31-9. …

Tom Brady Leads Tampa Bay Buccaneers To Super Bowl Win Over Kansas City Chiefs 31-9
3 years, 11 months ago

Tom Brady Leads Tampa Bay Buccaneers To Super Bowl Win Over Kansas City Chiefs 31-9

NPR  

Tom Brady Leads Tampa Bay Buccaneers To Super Bowl Win Over Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 Enlarge this image toggle caption Gregory Bull/AP Gregory Bull/AP Tom Brady has done it yet again. The quarterback won his record seventh Super Bowl and the first with his new team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Brady and the Bucs beat the defending champion Kansas City …

10 for Tom: Brady joins exclusive club with 10th title game
3 years, 11 months ago

10 for Tom: Brady joins exclusive club with 10th title game

Associated Press  

A 10th trip to the Super Bowl puts Tom Brady in some exclusive company across sports. Brady’s 10th trip to the title round comes a few months after LeBron James did the same in the NBA Finals, making them the only players in the four major North American sports leagues to do that in more than 30 years. A win …

NFL’s last-gen and next-gen QBs take center stage in divisional playoffs
3 years, 11 months ago

NFL’s last-gen and next-gen QBs take center stage in divisional playoffs

LA Times  

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady looks to throw during Saturday’s NFC wild-card playoff win over Washington. That’s the starting lineup in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs, where the remaining NFC quarterbacks are Tampa Bay’s Tom Brady, New Orleans’ Drew Brees, Green Bay’s Aaron Rodgers and whichever of the walking wounded — Jared Goff or John Wolford — …

NFC South preview: Tom Brady transforms Buccaneers into a contender
4 years, 4 months ago

NFC South preview: Tom Brady transforms Buccaneers into a contender

LA Times  

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan calls together teammates Marcus Davenport, defensive tackle David Onyemata and defensive tackle Malcom Brown during a team practice session. 2019 | 13-3, 1st in South Last year in playoffs | 2019 WHAT HAPPENED LAST SEASON For the second season in a row, the Saints went 13-3 — this time despite losing Drew Brees …

NFL’s unique season amid COVID-19 pandemic requires unique fantasy rules
4 years, 4 months ago

NFL’s unique season amid COVID-19 pandemic requires unique fantasy rules

LA Times  

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey, left, is hit by cornerback Troy Pride Jr. during a team practice session in August. My fearless fantasy predictions for the upcoming season: Carolina’s Christian McCaffrey won’t repeat as the highest scoring non-quarterback in fantasy this season. George Kittle of San Francisco will finish as the top tight end in fantasy while scoring double-digit …

‘New football journey': Tom Brady signs with Buccaneers
4 years, 9 months ago

‘New football journey': Tom Brady signs with Buccaneers

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — A new look for the NFL: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay pewter and red rather than Patriots red, white and blue. The six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback signed a two-year contract in free agency on Friday, embarking on a “new football journey” with the Buccaneers. I’m just gonna get to work!” The signing comes three days after …

Tom Brady Makes It Official, Signs With Tampa Bay Buccaneers
4 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady Makes It Official, Signs With Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NPR  

Tom Brady Makes It Official, Signs With Tampa Bay Buccaneers Enlarge this image toggle caption Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Maddie Meyer/Getty Images As odd as it may seem, it became reality Friday: Tom Brady is a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The man who quarterbacked the New England Patriots for the past 20 seasons and brought the franchise six Super …

Tom Brady is officially a Tampa Bay Buccaneer. Isn’t that exciting?
4 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady is officially a Tampa Bay Buccaneer. Isn’t that exciting?

LA Times  

The GOAT is officially a Buc. Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced Friday a signing that had been widely reported since Tuesday, when the six-time Super Bowl champion revealed he would not be returning to the New England Patriots for a 21st season. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers March 20, 2020 TB ✖️ TB pic.twitter.com/oyzSdNn1ZE — Tampa Bay Buccaneers …

Tom Brady's imminent move to Tampa ignites season ticket demand
4 years, 9 months ago

Tom Brady's imminent move to Tampa ignites season ticket demand

Daily Mail  

Tom Brady's reported agreement with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cannot be approved until he takes a physical and pens his signature, but that hasn't deterred the thousands of fans seeking season tickets or NFL free agents who are hoping to play alongside the six-time Super Bowl champion. Tom Brady's reported agreement with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers cannot be approved until …

Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes
4 years, 9 months ago

Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team. Landing Brady not only figures to fill empty seats at Raymond James Stadium and make the Bucs a playoff …

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