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Report: Jake Browning to Sign One-Year Deal With Buccaneers as Baker Mayfield’s Backup

The 29-year-old offers veteran insurance following an uneven run in Cincinnati.

Overview

  • ESPN reports Browning plans to join Tampa Bay on a one-year contract to fill a backup role behind Baker Mayfield.
  • The move follows five seasons with the Bengals, where he rose from the practice squad to primary reserve behind Joe Burrow.
  • Browning’s 2023 stint featured a 4-3 record as a starter with 1,936 yards and 12 touchdowns against seven interceptions.
  • His 2025 starts produced three losses with four touchdowns and five interceptions before Cincinnati turned to Joe Flacco.
  • WLWT reports Browning is expected to compete for the Buccaneers’ No. 2 job, with terms of the deal not disclosed.