Baker Mayfield enters ninth NFL season with Buccaneers

Extension talks reached training camp without a deal

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 271 min read

Year 9 in the league, Year 4 in Tampa 🏴‍☠️ @bakermayfield | @Buccaneers https://t.co/2Sy6XnUUvZ Via @NFL on X

What happened: Mayfield is beginning his fourth season in Tampa Bay. The quarterback enters the final year of the three-year contract he signed in 2024.

Why it matters: Mayfield plans to shelve negotiations once camp begins, putting any new agreement on hold. Tampa Bay is coming off an 8-9 finish that ended a five-year playoff run.

By the numbers: His current deal is worth $100 million, an average of $33.33 million per season.

What to watch: His 2026 performance will shape the next contract decision if talks resume after the season.

Sources

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