Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that most starters will play in preseason Week 2 against the Steelers.

14 August 2025

Mike Evans and Lavonte David are the only starters who will not play. This game could provide insight into Baker Mayfield’s connection with rising rookie WR Emeka Egbuka, as well as the Buccaneers’ backfield usage with Rachaad White (groin) likely sidelined. Mayfield did not play last week.