Baker Mayfield was historically good against the Green Bay Packers in Week 15. Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 34-20 win over the Packers on Sunday.
The win keeps the Buccaneers tied with the New Orleans Saints atop the NFC South with a 7-7 record. The loss drops the Packers to 6-8, knocking Green Bay back in a tight NFC wild card race. The Buccaneers and Mayfield could have jumpstarted a late playoff push with their win on Sunday.
Baker Mayfield was perfect on Sunday
Mayfield did something in the win that has never been done at Lambeau Field before. According to the NFL on CBS, Mayfield became the first visiting team quarterback to have a perfect passer rating at Lambeau Field.
My goodness.
Baker Mayfield becomes the first visiting QB EVER with a PERFECT Passer Rating (158.3) at Lambeau Field.
*min. 5 attempts pic.twitter.com/HbFcWXolIl
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) December 17, 2023
Mayfield had his best performance of the season against the Packers. He finished with 381 yards passing, four touchdowns, and no interceptions.
Many fans on social media wanted Packers’ defensive coordinator Joe Barry to be fired after the dismal display from his unit on Sunday. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said he isn’t planning to change the defensive coaching midseason. But LaFleur might change his mind when he sees the tape of Mayfield shredding his defense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What bone did Baker Mayfield break?
Baker Mayfield, the quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, sustained a fracture to his humerus bone. This injury is in addition to a torn labrum in his left shoulder.
Did Baker Mayfield have surgery?
Yes, Baker Mayfield underwent shoulder surgery on January 19. He confirmed that his shoulder is fully healed following the operation. This procedure aimed to address the injury that impacted his performance during his career-low season.
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That was the most embarrassing D at Lambeau I have seen in 50 yrs ! At home, in front of the fans, a below .500 opponent, a career below average opposing QB. Either Joe Barry is a historically bad DC or they have given up on him altogether