Buccaneers

The Buccaneers have regained their hold on the NFC South after another impressive showing from quarterback Baker Mayfield in Week 17. Offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs highlighted the contrasting dynamics between Mayfield and former QB Tom Brady, emphasizing how Mayfield’s eagerness to connect with the offensive line has significantly enhanced their performance.

“Everyone always says he’s a lineman in a quarterback’s body,” Wirfs remarked, as reported by SI.com’s Albert Breer. “The O-line is going to hang out tonight and watch the Falcons-Commanders game. He’ll be there. He hangs out with us all the time. We do things together. Mine and his kids are eight days apart. We get to do a lot of stuff together; we can do things with him we couldn’t do with Tom just because of who Tom was.”

“We go out to dinner with Bake. We get drinks with Bake. We go to the movies, do whatever. To have that relationship off the field is pretty special.”

• The Buccaneers held a workout for offensive tackle Garret Greenfield on Tuesday, as reported by Aaron Wilson.

Falcons

• The Falcons conducted workouts for four defensive linemen on Tuesday, including DL Ralph Holley, DE DeVere Levelston, DE John Morgan, and DE Garrett Nelson, according to Aaron Wilson.

Panthers

Joseph Person of The Athletic provided an analysis of the Panthers offensive roster, offering insights into which players might return for the 2025 season.

• At quarterback, Person anticipates Bryce Young will continue as the starter and notes that Andy Dalton wishes to remain as Young’s backup.
• Person asserts that tight end Tommy Tremble is worth re-signing due to his “work ethic and all-around skill set.”
• Regarding the offensive line, Person believes the team may let Austin Corbett enter free agency, given the financial commitment to guard positions and the performance of C Cade Mays.
• Person also mentioned that Carolina faces a decision regarding OT Ikem Ekwonu, considering either picking up his fifth-year option or extending him at a reduced annual cost.