Bucs Re-sign QB Bazelak for Injury Protection

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are strengthening their quarterback depth for the 2026 season by resigning backup Connor Bazalak. The former bowling green player joined the team last year during rookie mini-camp after an injury to another quarterback. He impressed enough in preseason to stick around and has now earned a contract as an exclusive rights free agent. This move happened on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 as reported by Fox Sports. It's mostly procedural since Bazalak had no other options, but it secures him at the league minimum for a second year player, $1,000,000. Fans and analysts see this as a smart step for injury protection behind starter Baker Mayfield. Last season, Bazalak served as a third string option alongside veteran Teddy Bridgewater, who struggled in a late game appearance against the Rams. Following a head, the Bucks likely won't name Bazalak the primary backup yet, though

1:03probably Chase and Experience veteran to avoid risks it may feel gets hurt, building trust in the roster. Bazalak gets another shot to grow under new quarterback's coach, Chandler Wimmer. With him locked in, Tampa Bay feels better about their quarterback room heading into the off season. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor, linked in the description. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening