Baker Mayfield Suffers Dislocated Thumb in Buccaneers’ Loss to Vikings
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sustained a dislocated right thumb during the team's recent loss to the Minnesota Vikings, with an MRI scheduled to determine the severity of the injury.
Mobile Pensacola, AL, September 27, 2026 — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sustained an injury to his right thumb during the team’s recent game against the Minnesota Vikings. The injury, described as a dislocation, occurred during the course of the game, which resulted in a loss for the Buccaneers.
Following the incident, Mayfield is scheduled for an MRI scan. This diagnostic imaging is intended to provide a comprehensive assessment of the injury and help determine its overall severity. The results of the MRI will be critical in understanding the potential impact on Mayfield’s ability to play in upcoming games and the necessary course of treatment.
The specific details regarding the moment of injury or any immediate medical attention provided on the field beyond the diagnosis of a dislocated thumb were not immediately available. Similarly, the timeline for his recovery or potential return to play remains undetermined until the MRI results are analyzed. Further updates are anticipated once the imaging is complete and reviewed by the team’s medical staff.
Baker Mayfield has been the starting quarterback for the Buccaneers. The team is awaiting the findings from the MRI to make further decisions regarding his participation in future practices and games.
Story summarized from the original created by Chris Pugh on www.al.com, see more information here.
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