Baker Mayfield faced criticism from head coach Todd Bowles as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers sit one loss away from being eliminated from playoff contention.

Facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, led by former OU quarterback Baker Mayfield, Texas-ex Quinn Ewers led the Dolphins to a 20-17 win.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers showed up for practice on Tuesday for the first time since losing control of their playoff hopes.

Sunday’s duel could be the turning point in this race, as the Panthers’ chances to advance to the playoffs would drop to 5% with a loss, while the Buccaneers’ chances would go up to 95% with a win. Carolina has shown a better face in 2025, with Bryce Young showing glimpses of brilliance.

Mayfield made six starts for the Panthers in 2022 and was benched after Matt Rhule was fired. He's 4-0 vs. Carolina as Tampa Bay's QB.

Marshall logged eight tackles (four solo) and two pass defenses (one interception) during the Dolphins ' 20-17 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

The NFC South can only be decided on Saturday if Carolina beats Tampa Bay. Atlanta's 27-24 victory over the Rams on Monday night means the Panthers-Buccaneers matchup isn't quite winner-take-all. If Carolina wins,