What Baker Mayfield Did Without Throwing a Single Pass Against the Falcons Is Going Viral

Baker Mayfield didn’t complete a single pass, only attempting three throws during Sunday’s 16-0 shutout win over the Atlanta Falcons. But trust me, that stat line doesn’t tell the whole story, because our guy still found a way to go absolutely viral for a massive block on Falcons safety Jesse Bates III that erupted into a wild sideline scrap.

Mayfield’s Unconventional Impact

You read that right: three pass attempts, zero completions, and still the man is making headlines. Mayfield delivered a “pretty massive block” on Bates III, and the video of the ensuing scuffle has taken over the internet. It was pure chaos, a testament to how Mayfield can still get under an opponent’s skin, even when he’s not slinging the rock.

The truth is, Mayfield didn’t even need to be a traditional quarterback in this game. The Bucs’ offense was on fire, pounding the ground for a staggering 324 rushing yards. And the defense? They absolutely suffocated Michael Penix Jr., snatching four interceptions. When your team is dominating that hard on both sides of the ball, sometimes the QB’s job becomes a little… different. You gotta wonder if Mayfield was just itching for some contact!

Next Up: Bears and a Return to Normal?

As much fun as it was to see Mayfield throw his weight around and get into a viral scrap, the Bucs probably can’t expect that every week. Tampa Bay will most likely need him to return to his actual duties of throwing the football next Sunday night. They’re facing off against the Chicago Bears, and you can bet the Bears will be ready for a fight, hopefully a more conventional one on the field.

Will Mayfield be back to dropping dimes, or will he still be looking to lay out defenders? The Bucs are riding high after that shutout, and everyone’s watching to see if this team can keep the momentum going with their QB back to his regular program against Chicago.

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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.