Baker Mayfield

The Carolina Panthers opened up training camp with a quarterback battle on their hands. Through a few weeks of camp, a preseason game, and joint practices ...

Regardless of how that appeal unfolds, Mayfield won't get to go head-to-head with Watson and will likely be squaring off against veteran [Jacoby Brissett](/nfl/players/1877247/jacoby-brissett/) as he looks to get the better of his old club. Through a few weeks of camp, a [preseason game](/nfl/schedules), and joint practices with the [Patriots](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/NE/new-england-patriots/), it appears head coach Matt Rhule is zeroing in on his decision. That has since proven to be the case with Mayfield getting the start in the Panthers preseason opener and the former No.

Carolina has seen a rotating cast at quarterback in recent years. Darnold, Cam Newton and PJ Walker each started games last year, while Teddy Bridgewater logged ...

• Darnold, Cam Newton and PJ Walker each started games last year, while Teddy Bridgewater logged 15 starts in 2020. Carolina has seen a rotating cast at quarterback in recent years. Mayfield logged one series under center in the preseason, a 13-play drive that ended on a fumble. • All Panthers:

A report is out that QB Baker Mayfield will win the Carolina Panthers starting job for Week 1 against the Cleveland Browns.

The Panthers have been splitting snaps between QB Sam Darnold and Mayfield all training camp with a competition between the two. Not only is the trade compensation that Cleveland received back conditional on Mayfield’s playing time but the two teams square off in Week 1. The Cleveland Browns story with QB Baker Mayfield didn’t end with the trade to the Carolina Panthers.

The Carolina Panthers are expected to name Baker Mayfield the starting quarterback for week one when the team is ready to make the announcement.

[first-round draft pick Sam Darnold](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/panthers-baker-mayfield-sam-darnold-still-locked-dead-heat-starting-quarterback-role), who Carolina traded for prior to the 2021 season. "What I was doing, that was in defense of Sam, you know what I'm saying?" "Because I feel like, at the end of the day, me and Sam do have chemistry, but it's like I gotta start all over again, you know what I'm saying? [CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM](https://www.foxnews.com/sports) I like his energy a lot. [according to The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/3518394/2022/08/17/carolina-panthers-baker-mayfield-starter/).

It appears that the Panthers will have a new starter at quarterback to begin the 2022 NFL season.

[WR Rankings](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-wide-receiver-rankings-2022/ofv5eqcn35bwt2hbhf9vvdwa) [RB Rankings](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-running-back-rankings-2022/mpnrg2tjk8qen7inoylrdzhv) [QB Rankings](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-quarterback-rankings-2022-qbs-best-worst/su5vrdsuvm0dnr2aaaxsudiz) Now, it seems like he is happy with the trade, so perhaps he was merely defending Darnold, who was his quarterback at the time of the Mayfield trade speculation. Mayfield outperforming Darnold in the preseason was to be expected. He can lead a room, he can command a room, he can command an offense. This is especially true when considering that Mayfield battled through several injuries in 2021, including a torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder. Mayfield and Darnold both played sparingly in the Panthers' first preseason game, but each led a scoring drive in limited action. It also shouldn't be a surprise that Mayfield is expected to be the choice. How exactly did Mayfield impress the Panthers? The timing of Carolina's impending decision shouldn't come as much of a surprise. He had been going head-to-head with incumbent starter Sam Darnold since joining the team via a July 6 trade between the Panthers and Browns.

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule has yet to announce a decision on the team's starting quarterback for the 2022 season.

“I’m at the point now where it feels really, really comfortable for me,” Mayfield added. He and Darnold are splitting first-team reps ahead of tomorrow night's game against the Patriots. So we’re not worried about when that’s going to happen, just trying to get better each day.”

Carolina Panthers quarterback battle: Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold share practice field with New England Patriots amid backdrop of another brawl.

“We had to score a touchdown. But the irony is the drive should not have happened. There’s always room for improvement and progress to be had.” “It’s not like a scripted practice at all. “The decision of one or two guys impacts a lot of different people. “It’s a great opportunity for us to get different looks and stuff that we’re not practicing every day and just really see how guys handle it,” Mayfield said. But the Patriots defense is causing problems for Mayfield. “It’s unfortunate after a day of such good football I know what the story line will be” Rhule said. It could be two more weeks from now, and it could be now. You go in, it’s called like a game for the offense and just got to react and do your job. Wednesday’s practice did not feature any explosive plays or spectacular throws. Mayfield’s offense did not do well in third-down, red-zone or two-minute situations again.

What were some major observations from Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield's second joint practice against the New England Patriots?

One didn’t have to look far to see how ugly it was getting between the Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots early on. The quarterback is experienced enough to know that one practice is unlikely to alter perceptions, even if the Carolina Panthers are intent on dragging this battle out for as long as possible. This was the big test for Mayfield.

Baker Mayfield will reportedly start over Sam Darnold in Carolina's Week 1 matchup against his former team, the Browns.

[PJ Walker](https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/phillip-walker-player) and again after the mid-season return of Cam Newton. [ National Football League](/stories/nfl/nfl-odds-super-bowl-futures-lines-for-every-team-after-the-nfl-draft) [ National Football League](/stories/nfl/nfl-starting-qb-tracker-drew-lock-returns-to-play-a-lot-vs-cowboys) [NFL](https://www.foxsports.com/nfl) Draft, followed closely by Darnold at No. [ National Football League](/stories/nfl/panthers-announce-baker-mayfield-as-starting-qb-for-opener) [ National Football League](/stories/nfl/odds-week-1-opening-lines) Since then, Mayfield has more passing touchdowns (92 to 54) and passing yards (14,125 to 10,624), as well as a better passer rating (87.8 to 76.9) than Darnold. … I don't have a problem with how Matt Rhule handled this situation, I just don’t know how much better Baker makes [the Panthers] than a Sam Darnold. "Baker was not credentialed enough to come in and get a job like a Peyton Manning. Darnold was also the NFL's worst deep passer last season, completing only 27.5% of his 20-plus-yard pass attempts for just 368 total yards. He took far less money to make the deal happen so that he could go to Carolina because he loves what he is seeing in Carolina. 19, but it seems things have leaned in favor of the 27-year-old former Heisman Trophy winner.

Then, once camp opened, the coaching staff divided first-team reps, giving Darnold a seemingly fair shot to win the job while also giving Mayfield fewer chances ...

Mayfield, who originally had the same fifth-year salary, agreed to take a pay cut in excess of $3 million. Despite not getting the full bulk of the reps, Mayfield has persuaded the coaching staff — and, presumably, the locker room — that he’s the better option, at least when the Browns come to town for Week One. He has a fifth-year option salary of $18.8 million, along with the 17th-game sweetener of $1.1 million. [Sam Darnold](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/football/nfl/player/10704/sam-darnold). The Panthers traded for Mayfield after the conclusion of the offseason program. TheAthletic.com [reports that it’s inevitable](https://theathletic.com/3518394/2022/08/17/carolina-panthers-baker-mayfield-starter/).

As we continue to look at the NFL training camp battles at the QB position, will Baker Mayfield soon be named the Panthers' starter?

“He handles the system, he’s making the checks at the line of scrimmage, he’s able to control the protections. He just needs the confidence and the team to back him, and the guys to do it. He’s got some real stuff to him and real exciting ability and play-making stuff that y’all will see when he does get his chance eventually.” What is making Smith the leader? “It’s disappointing that he didn’t get a chance to play,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said. Drew Lock tested positive for COVID-19, forcing him to miss Friday’s preseason game against the Chicago Bears. “We just simply want to see Kenny in more varsity action,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. The third-round draft pick from Cincinnati was poised and his mobility was a positive. “Sometimes guys get a little down if they’re not getting the ball. Still, Mariota has control of the Falcons’ offense. “I was just going out there making my reads and doing what I’m doing every single day out here. The NFL offseason was defined by huge changes to the quarterback landscape as Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Matt Ryan, Carson Wentz, and Baker Mayfield were all traded.

Former Browns QB Baker Mayfield is expected to start Week 1 of the NFL season for the Carolina Panthers.

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It took just six weeks for Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield to revitalize his career. Last month, he was still stuck on the Cleveland.

Set for the out, see the defender’s leverage, and go from there.” Now if you’re set for the out, you’re talented enough to just throw it. Because if you’re inside and he goes out, you’re gonna have to reset and do it. But for now, his role is to lead the Panthers to victory. But while you are looking and set for the out, you should be paying attention to leverage. Mayfield said, “He’s saying get your feet set for the out.

When the Carolina Panthers play their second preseason game, they won't have Baker Mayfield or Sam Darnold under center, instead going with a surprise.

1 overall pick seeing his first team in his inaugural game for the Panthers. Still, Rhule clearly feels the reps are more value to Walker and Corral, who are fighting for the third and fourth spots on the depth chart. However, Mayfield started Carolina’s first preseason game last week against the Washington Commanders.

Carolina Panthers quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold have been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the New England Patriots at Gillette.

He completed 54.5 percent of his passes for 362 yards and one touchdown against three interceptions. He completed 10 of 19 passes for 136 yards and rushed for 12 yards. This is our way of simulating that for them, where they have to warm up and get cooled down and go in there and be hot; that's how I see it."

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“I think both guys have executed a ton,” he said. So, I think a lot of good things.” I thought our whole team improved a ton, with their defense and the way that they fly around.” “I thought I improved a ton. The Patriots will try for a better showing than their 23-21 loss to the Giants on Aug. “Not a ton of interceptions but have protected the ball well. It could be two more weeks from now. It could be now. Mayfield and Darnold have shared the reps with the first team over the past two days, with Mayfield seeming to have a better overall command of the offense and success in the 11-on-11 periods against New England’s defense. “So, it could be at any point. Carolina won its preseason opener against Washington on Saturday, 23-21. “I think the thing I’ve said all along is that we wanted to at least get to this point where when we know, we know,” Rhule said after the Panthers second joint practice with New England.