4 key takeaways from Baker Mayfield’s presser ahead of Week 2 at Giants
By Dean Jones
What were some key takeaways from Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield’s media availability ahead of Week 2 at the New York Giants?
Now that the dust has settled on Baker Mayfield’s clash against his former team, the Carolina Panthers quarterback is aiming to put things right in Week 2. While the New York Giants pose a significant threat on the road based on their first outing, how the signal-caller finished Sunday’s contest means Matt Rhule’s men have a chance of finally ending their concerning run of losses this weekend.
Mayfield was amped up to begin the game and left it too late despite an epic comeback. Something that inspired the Panthers to a degree not seen since the team relied heavily on Cam Newton during his glory days with the franchise.
Carolina cannot afford another defeat so early in the campaign. Tensions are high and the pressure is on after some underwhelming seasons in recent years, so the onus will be on Mayfield and others to provide the spark needed for success moving forward.
The former Oklahoma standout spoke in front of the media on Wednesday ahead of Week 2. Here are four key takeaways from the presser.
Key Takeaway No. 1
Baker Mayfield keen for a return to normality
It was nothing short of a circus surrounding Baker Mayfield and the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Something the signal-caller expected going up against the Cleveland Browns, who traded him away for a conditional fifth-round pick this offseason.
Mayfield did his best to avoid unnecessary headlines. But the player is relieved to get back to some semblance of normality in Week 2 and beyond.
"“In terms of distractions and specific questions, yeah, just to get back into a routine. That goes for Week 2 of any year and the anticipation leading up to the opener. No matter who you’re playing, there are going to be a ton of questions about all the changes in the offseason, the schemes, the players, and new faces.”"
Whether this means we’ll see a more relaxed Mayfield is up for debate. However, getting this game out of the way early might be a good thing in the long run.