Week 2 of Tampa Bay’s preseason features a Buccaneers–Steelers matchup with real roster and fantasy implications. Baker Mayfield is expected to see limited action, and his objective is simple: lock in rhythm, move the chains in a short window, and stay healthy while setting a tone for TB’s offense. If he gets a couple of series, Mayfield’s accuracy and timing on quick reads will be closely watched as a signal of whether he can anchor TB’s offense in meaningful early-season reps.

Christian Izien enters Week 2 with a real chance to lock down the nickel role, especially against a Steelers attack that targets the middle of the field. Jalen McMillan has a shot to stake WR3 claims behind Evans and Godwin Jr., while Emeka Egbuka’s rookie presence adds a potential swing weapon to TB’s receiving corps. Together, these developments illuminate TB’s looming depth-chart decisions and fantasy upside as the season approaches.

These dynamics matter for fantasy owners: Mayfield’s efficiency, Izien’s playmaking, McMillan’s hands, and Egbuka’s rookie ceiling all help map TB’s Week 1 upside and risk for DFS and season-long decisions. Even a controlled showcase in the preseason can reveal who’s ready to contribute in real-game situations and who might be on the bubble heading into the opener.