Outlook Baker Mayfield
Baker Mayfield at Chicago — Run-Heavy Approach Caps Weekly Fantasy Upside
Mayfield has seen historically low passing volume since returning from a thumb injury that required a protective glove, attempting only 14 passes across his last two outings. That includes an unprecedented 0-for-3 performance against Atlanta where Tampa Bay leaned completely on a 300-yard ground assault to secure a victory.
While a matchup against a 6-2 Bears squad should force Tampa Bay into more passing situations, Mayfield cannot be trusted in traditional leagues. Our models project him for roughly 139 passing yards and one touchdown (12.3 fantasy points). Started in just 5% of leagues, fantasy managers should keep him parked on the bench until his pass volume normalizes.
