Although it appeared Jewell’s tackle caused the injury, it was actually Jadeveon Clowney who accidentally stepped on Mayfield’s right foot after the play that caused the Bucs’ quarterback obvious pain.

After being helped off the field, Mayfield was immediately escorted to the medical tent on the Buccaneers sideline to receive treatment for a right ankle injury. Meanwhile, backup quarterback Kyle Trask was sent into the game.

But this is Baker Mayfield we’re talking about. And after just a couple of losses, Mayfield got back into the game.

Unfortunately, Mayfield threw a brutal interception on his first snap after returning to the game. We will never know whether his injury had anything to do with the decision. But Mayfield will have to get his act together quickly to give the Bucs a much-needed win in Carolina. He helped direct the offense on a touchdown drive on its next possession.

Tampa Bay leads 17-16 in the fourth quarter.

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