Teddy Bridgewater: If it's my turn, I've just got to answer the bell

Buccaneers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater played significant minutes on Sunday night after starter Baker Mayfield left the game against the Rams with a left shoulder sprain. Bridgewater, who arrived separately from the team due to attending a funeral in South Florida, completed 8-of-15 passes for 62 yards in the second half. Head coach Todd Bowles expressed confidence in Bridgewater if Mayfield's injury prevents him from playing. Mayfield was seen on the sideline in street clothes with his arm in a sling, indicating the seriousness of his injury. The Buccaneers will evaluate Mayfield's status as they prepare to host the Cardinals next week.