Baker Mayfield and Spencer Rattler battled in New Orleans, while Jalen Hurts had his most efficient game of the season.
Oklahoma already had four former players starting at quarterback this season. But Sunday’s NFL slate became extra interesting for OU fans when the Saints announced last week that starting QBNew Orleans had options, but ultimately gave the nod to current rookie and former OU starter.
His start to the season should begin to warrant some MVP chatter, as the Bucs are 4-2 overall and Mayfield is near the top of the NFL in multiple categories. He now has 15 passing touchdowns through six games, which is good for second most in Bucs' franchise history through six games.Although the final tally might not show it, Rattler hung in there against a talented Buccaneers squad. The former fifth-round pick was thrown into the fire earlier than anyone expected.
The season before that, in 2019, Rattler was able to watch and learn from another top tier NFL quarterback. It just so happens thatalso had an impressive day on Sunday, capping off Sooners in the NFL quarterback action for the week.
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