Baker Mayfield on Sam Darnold, Panthers Past, and Seahawks Matchup

Quarterback Redemption Stories

• 🎯 Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold share similar redemption paths, both having been on the Carolina Panthers roster three years prior.
• 🏈 The Panthers did not consider either quarterback to be their franchise player, leading to Mayfield being cut and Darnold leaving in free agency.
• ✨ Now, Mayfield is excelling with the Buccaneers, and Darnold is having a strong start with the Seattle Seahawks.

Mayfield's Perspective on Darnold

• 🤝 Mayfield expressed that he and Darnold are really close and he's happy for Darnold's success.
• 💡 He believes Darnold just needed another opportunity to thrive, highlighting the importance of having a good chance elsewhere after difficult stints.
• ⚠️ While supportive, Mayfield hopes Darnold's success won't be evident during their upcoming game.

Mayfield on Panthers Nostalgia

• 🤔 When asked if he reminisces about his time with the Panthers, Mayfield humorously responded, "Reminisce about what days? Good old days in Carolina? Oh, nope."

Mike Evans' Homecoming

• 🏠 Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans, a native of Washington, will have a homecoming in Seattle.
• 🎟️ Evans humorously stated that family and friends attending the game must wear Tampa Bay gear to receive a ticket, even if they are Seahawks fans.