What happened: Jeff Darlington said Baker Mayfield wants to be paid after several years on below-market contracts. Darlington expects the sides to reach an agreement eventually.
Why it matters: Mayfield enters the final year of his deal, leaving Tampa Bay with a long-term quarterback decision. Without an extension, free agency or the franchise tag could shape the 2027 negotiations.
By the numbers: Mayfield's three-year, $100 million contract averages $33.3 million and pays $40 million in 2026. A deal above $50 million annually would increase his average salary by at least 50%.
What to watch: Watch whether Tampa Bay reopens negotiations during camp despite Mayfield's cutoff.