Baker Mayfield Suffers Dislocated Thumb, Awaiting MRI Results
Baker Mayfield of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers sustained a dislocated thumb on his throwing hand during a game, and the team is awaiting the results of an MRI.
Harlingen Weslaco Brownsville McAllen, TX, September 27, 2026 —
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sustained a dislocated thumb on his throwing hand. The injury occurred during a recent game.
The team is currently awaiting the results of an MRI scan to further assess the extent of the injury. Details regarding the specific game or the timeline for Mayfield’s potential return to play were not immediately available. A dislocated thumb on a throwing hand can be a significant injury for a quarterback, potentially impacting grip, velocity, and accuracy. The Buccaneers organization is monitoring the situation closely as they await further medical evaluation. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The inspection outcome was not provided. The code violation was not provided. No further details regarding the incident or subsequent player status have been released.
Story summarized from the original created by FRED GOODALL, Associated Press on www.valleycentral.com, see more information here.
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