Jon Gruden’s bold take on NFL Week 1 optimism centers on the 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Baker Mayfield back at the helm and a familiar weapon corps ready to push. Gruden called TB the sleeper to win the Super Bowl, a shock claim given the NFC South’s recent history. Mayfield is tasked with maximizing a stable veteran core in Mike Evans and a rising backfield, led by Bucky Irving, while rookie Emeka Egbuka has generated camp buzz. Tampa Bay finished 10-7 last season and, if Mayfield recaptures form and the offense clicks, the division and postseason path could align for a surprise leap. Fantasy watchers will be scanning for Mayfield’s ceiling, Evans’ target share, Irving’s involvement, and the rookie’s eventual impact in a potent but unproven offense.