Captain’s Table/Walk the Plank: Buccaneers' Painful Loss to Cowboys Highlights Mayfield's Interception Struggles"
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a narrow 26-24 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, dropping to 8-7 on the season. And with that, it’s time for Carter Brantley’s signature weekly article, “Captain’s Table/Walk the Plank!”
Walk the Plank: Baker Mayfield’s Interception Habit
Let’s face it—Baker Mayfield loves throwing interceptions. In fact, the only quarterback with more picks this season is Kirk Cousins. But guess who’s not playing quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons? Yep, not Cousins.
Mayfield does many things well, but ball security isn’t one of them. He’s like a polished version of Jameis Winston—a gunslinger with a flair for turnovers. While that might work occasionally, it’s a big issue for a team fighting for its playoff life.
For die-hard Bucs fans, the season's not over yet, but the margin for error is razor-thin. Stay tuned for more in-depth coverage and fan-favorite segments like this one, and remember to check out Mock Draft Monday for a look at how Tampa Bay might address its glaring weaknesses in 2025.
Let’s hope Mayfield can steer the ship in the right direction—or at least keep it afloat.
