Mayfield rules out camp talks as Buccaneers extension stalls

A 2027 franchise tag projects near $50 million.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 11 min read

Seems as if Baker Mayfield was aware of the Buccaneers' recent history of doing deals during camp, and wanted to be clea Via @AlbertBreer on X

What happened: Baker Mayfield's July 28 deadline passed without a new contract. He told ESPN that Tampa Bay offered a two-year deal, while he sought a longer commitment.

Why it matters: His current deal carries a $51.9 million cap hit in 2026, leaving the club to weigh a longer extension against an expensive one-year retention mechanism. The disagreement over contract length leaves his future unresolved entering the upcoming season.

By the numbers: The projected 2027 tag is roughly 96% of Mayfield's current $51.9 million cap hit.

What to watch: Watch whether Tampa Bay revisits talks after the 2026 season or uses the tag before free agency.

Sources

@AlbertBreer 2026-07-31T03:28:47.155453+00:00

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