Baker Mayfield completed 18-of-32 passes for 243 yards with two interceptions in the Buccaneers’ 27-24, Week 9 loss to the Bears.

Well, it was infinitely better than last week. Mayfield made two long connections; a 44-yarder to Kenny Gainwell to set up a field goal, and a beautiful 58-yard lob to Tez Johnson that was followed by Bucky Irving score. Unfortunately, his only scoring pass went the wrong way as it was a 67-yard pick-six from Jaylon Johnson that made it a two-score game. He did at least run in a two-point conversion that tied the game at 24-24, but the Bears were able to pull out the win on a last-second field goal. Mayfield also looked to be uncomfortable on the sidelines, as the Bears generated pressure throughout the contest. The Bucs get a needed bye next week, and Mayfield will be a QB2 for Week 11 against the Lions.