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Newer update on Jalon Daniels: Baker Mayfield injury update: out for Week 6 vs. Steelers (right thumb)

Jalon Daniels to make first NFL start for Buccaneers in Week 4

Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels will start at quarterback for Tampa Bay against Green Bay with Baker Mayfield out due to a thumb injury.

By Cole Hartwell

Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels will make his first NFL start on Sunday when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Green Bay Packers, according to CBS Sports. The move comes after Baker Mayfield dislocated the thumb on his throwing hand in a Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings and is expected to miss multiple weeks.

What happened

Daniels, a 23-year-old out of Kansas, is set to become the first undrafted rookie quarterback to start a game in Buccaneers franchise history, per CBS Sports Research. He also becomes the first Kansas quarterback to start an NFL game since Frank Seurer in 1987.

Tampa Bay is 0-3 entering Week 4, and head coach Todd Bowles is facing increasing pressure. Daniels will get his chance against a Green Bay team that CBS Sports describes as a beatable opponent.

Context

Daniels appeared briefly in Week 3 against Minnesota, playing 6% of snaps and throwing one interception while adding nine rushing yards. Prior to that, he had not seen regular-season action.

Mayfield had started all three games this season, completing 98% of snaps before the injury. He posted 615 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, two interceptions, 65 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown in those contests.

Daniels had a long college career at Kansas, where he played six seasons. He ranks second in program history in passing yards (9,282) and passing touchdowns (67), according to CBS Sports. He overcame a back injury that limited him to three games in 2023 and later returned for extra seasons due to COVID-19 and injury waivers.

What’s next

Daniels will get the start against Green Bay in Week 4. Mayfield is expected to miss several weeks, according to CBS Sports, which means Daniels could have an extended audition as Tampa Bay searches for its first win.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Daniels is a risky streaming option in Week 4. He has minimal NFL experience and threw an interception in limited action, but his rushing ability—shown by 439 rushing yards and six touchdowns as a senior at Kansas—gives him some upside. However, Tampa Bay’s offense has struggled, and the team is 0-3. Treat Daniels as a low-end QB2 or desperation play in superflex leagues. Be cautious about adding him unless you are desperate at quarterback, as Mayfield is expected to miss several weeks but could return later in the season.

Quick answers

Is Jalon Daniels starting in Week 4?

Yes, Jalon Daniels is expected to start for the Buccaneers against the Packers, according to CBS Sports.

How long is Baker Mayfield out?

Baker Mayfield is expected to miss several weeks after dislocating his thumb, per CBS Sports.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. Who is Jalon Daniels? Buccaneers rookie quarterback went from undrafted to starting (CBS Sports)

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