Former Gators QB a ‘winner’ in this weekend’s NFL preseason action
The second week of the National Football League’s preseason schedule is in the book as the professional circuit continues to prepare for the upcoming gridiron gruel. While these early games do not count in the regular-season standings, they still carry tremendous value for both the players and staff as franchises put the final touches on their rosters.
USA TODAY Sports’ Nate Davis collated his winners and losers from last weekend, including former Gators quarterback Kyle Trask who had quite a game as he battles for the starting role. Davis labeled him a “winner” and offered the following based on his stellar performance on the field.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ third-year passer completed 20 of 28 throws for 218 yards and a touchdown while playing most of Saturday’s 13-6 victory over the New York Jets. Trask, who started and also finished the game following Wolford’s injury, appeared to extend his battle with Baker Mayfield – he didn’t play against the Jets – with head coach Todd Bowles declining, for now, to announce his choice to replace retired legend Tom Brady.
While Trask’s stats were nice, Mayfield still appears to have the inside edge for the starting role. The UF alumnus gets one more shot to prove himself against the Baltimore Ravens next week if he is given the playing time.
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