Baker Mayfield

The Buccaneers QB hit career-highs across the board in 2024, tossing 43 TDs while rushing for nearly 400 yards and 3 more scores. Mayfield finished the season as top five fantasy QB overall and points per game (22.3).
But with Liam Coen gone and replaced by new OC Josh Grizzard (the Buccaneers' passing coordinator from last season) concerns about a production falloff should be considered. Mayfield is coming off a career 7.2 passing TD rate - the second-highest mark in 2024.
Although his high early ranking suggests these concerns are being overblown for a QB who has been a top 10 fantasy producer both years in Tampa Bay. Still, I'm leaning on him being slightly overrated this high in the rankings.

Baker Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a commanding 48-14 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. He completed 27 of 32 passes for 359 yards and five touchdowns, achieving a season-high passer rating of 143.8. Mayfield connected with Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan for two touchdowns each, and found Payne Durham for another score. The Buccaneers amassed 551 yards of total offense, with running back Bucky Irving contributing 113 rushing yards. This win improved Tampa Bay's record to 9-7, keeping them in contention for the NFC South title.

Fantasy Impact

Mayfield's stellar performance significantly boosted his fantasy value, rewarding managers who started him in Week 17. With 359 passing yards and five touchdowns, he delivered one of the top quarterback performances of the week.