Colin Cowherd has Massive strong take on Bucs QB Baker Mayfield

Colin Cowherd Weighs In on Baker Mayfield’s Underrated Status

Is Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield one of the most underrated QBs in the NFL?

After being selected first overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, Mayfield entered the league with immense hype. His impressive college career and bold, charismatic personality made him a standout figure, even though his play in Cleveland didn’t live up to the lofty expectations. Despite his ups and downs, Mayfield’s confidence and marketability quickly attracted attention off the field, even as his on-field performance remained inconsistent.

Following a shift away from Cleveland, Mayfield’s career took him to the Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Rams, where he was caught in the midst of a quarterback carousel. However, his second chance as a starter with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has reignited his career, leading to success in both seasons and a standout statistical performance in 2024.

This resurgence is credited to his resilience and maturity, qualities that analysts like Colin Cowherd and Nick Wright believe make him one of the most underrated quarterbacks in the league, with the potential to even be a top-ten QB.

“I think Baker’s better than Dak [Prescott], better than Tua [Tagovailoa], better than Geno [Smith], better than Aaron [Rodgers], and better than [Kirk] Cousins… Baker is absolutely underappreciated right now. He’s a really good NFL quarterback, and that’s indisputable,” Cowherd stated.

Both Cowherd and Wright emphasize how Mayfield’s maturity and newfound team-first mentality have contributed to his renewed success, contrasting with the more immature version of him from earlier in his career. This transformation has made him a favorite among fans and teammates alike.

As Mayfield enters his third season with the Buccaneers, he’ll look to continue his upward trajectory. With an improved offense and defense surrounding him, if Mayfield can limit turnovers while staying aggressive, the Bucs could be poised for a strong season ahead.