NFL : Buccaneers  Suffer Setback from Injury of Key QB.

NFL : Buccaneers Suffer Setback from Injury of Key QB.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a significant setback at quarterback right before the NFL season kick-off.

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Tom Brady's retirement has plunged the Buccaneers into an extensive rebuilding phase, leaving them in uncharted territory.

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The quarterback conundrum looms large for the Buccaneers, with a less-than-impressive depth chart of potential starters.

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Baker Mayfield's preseason struggles raise doubts about his suitability as the Buccaneers' quarterback.

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Derek Carr, Bryce Young, and Desmond Ridder add to the challenges in the NFC South, making Mayfield a short-term solution.

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Buccaneers suffer quarterback loss due to injury during a game against the Jets, raising concerns about player safety.

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John Wolford's release from the hospital and return to Tampa offer relief for the Buccaneers after his neck injury.

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Todd Bowles confirms Wolford's improving condition, noting regained arm movement and cautious optimism for recovery.

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With Mayfield and Trask as the only available options, the Buccaneers face a pressing quarterback shortage.

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The countdown to the season opener against the Minnesota Vikings intensifies as time ticks against the Buccaneers.

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