TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hit a major detour on their way to another division title.

Baker Mayfield has a shoulder injury, and a playoff spot is in jeopardy for a team that opened the season 6-2.

The Buccaneers (6-5) were overmatched by the Los Angeles Rams in a 34-7 loss made worse by Mayfield’s injury. Coach Todd Bowles said Monday the two-time Pro Bowl quarterback has a sprained AC joint in his left shoulder. An MRI is needed to confirm it, so his status for this week’s game against Arizona is uncertain. Teddy Bridgewater, who played the second half against Los Angeles, would start if Mayfield can’t go.

“It’s a big loss because of the way he’s been playing and carrying us the past few weeks — and even last year,” Bowles said. “At the same time, we all have confidence in

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