Buccaneers Players Express Concerns After Joint Practice with Jaguars

During a joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expressed concerns about their performance, particularly regarding energy levels. Quarterback Baker Mayfield noted that the Jaguars played with greater urgency and physicality, suggesting that if it were a game, the Buccaneers would not have emerged victorious.

Rookie linebacker Josiah Trotter remarked on the need for improved energy, emphasizing that the team's veterans felt the practice did not meet their standards. He acknowledged the challenges posed by the heat but stressed the importance of maintaining high energy and making plays.

Despite the disappointing practice, Trotter indicated that fans should not be overly concerned as the team prepares for their preseason finale against the Jaguars. Head coach Todd Bowles has previously criticized the team's effort, and Mayfield described the practice as an eye-opening experience, highlighting the need for the team to address these issues before their regular season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on September 13.