Tampa Bay Buccaneers back rookie quarterback Jalen Daniels in roster battle

Undrafted rookie quarterback Jalen Daniels has impressed Buccaneers offensive coordinator Zac Robinson during training camp. Robinson praised Daniels' arm as "one of the better ones I've been around" and highlighted his ability to throw on the run. Daniels, a former Kansas Jayhawk, is competing for the third‑string quarterback spot behind Baker Mayfield and Jake Browning, with veteran Connor Bazelak also in the mix. The Buccaneers are evaluating whether Daniels can earn a roster spot as a developmental player, noting his strong arm and potential despite needing to improve his mental grasp of the NFL game.

If Daniels continues to progress, he could remain with Tampa Bay for further development, while the team weighs the benefits of keeping a third quarterback for depth and injury contingency.