After Week 8, 5 NFL quarterbacks who should lose their jobs—and who could replace them
Penix struggles in Tampa Bay
Atlanta lost 16-0 to Tampa Bay, with Michael Penix Jr. throwing four interceptions. He had 24 passing yards in the first half, then added 101 yards after halftime without leading the Falcons to a point.
The performance was a sharp setback after Penix had returned from injury. The account says Atlanta is unlikely to give up on him, but argues his ball security, accuracy and creativity merit a serious reassessment.
Mayfield faces health questions
Baker Mayfield did not complete a pass in the Buccaneers’ victory. Rain made conditions difficult, and he was two weeks removed from a dislocated thumb; he had completed only seven passes in Week 7.
Minshew sparks Arizona comeback
Arizona benched Jacoby Brissett during what appeared to be a blowout loss in Dallas. Gardner Minshew took over and led four second-half touchdown drives before the Cardinals won with an overtime field goal.
Minshew completed 17 of 23 throws for 188 yards and three touchdowns in half a game. The account says neither he nor Brissett is Arizona’s long-term answer, but Minshew’s showing makes a case for him to start. It also notes that the Cardinals may not find a future quarterback until the 2027 NFL Draft.
Key points
- Atlanta lost 16-0 as Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions.
- Tampa Bay won without completing a pass, while Baker Mayfield continues to recover from a dislocated thumb.
- Gardner Minshew threw three touchdowns in relief as Arizona rallied to beat Dallas.
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