Ryan Fitzpatrick efficient in Bucs' third preseason game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick completed 6-of-7 passes for 82 yards in Friday's preseason loss to the Detroit Lions.

What It Means:

Fitzpatrick looked sharp averaging 11.7 yards per attempt while finishing with a 115.5 QB rating and leading the Bus on a scoring drive, before leaving in the second quarter. The veteran QB will be under center for the first three games of the season (vs. Saints, Eagles, Steelers) with Jameis Winston suspended.

Our models project Fitzpatrick for 978.2 passing yards with 4.8 touchdowns and 3.8 interceptions this season.