Mike Silver likes Mayfield deal, prefers chip-on-shoulder version

The $165 million extension runs through 2029.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

I love the deal for Baker... but as an observer, I love Baker With Legitimate Chip on Shoulder more Via @MikeSilver on X

What happened: Baker Mayfield agreed to the three-year extension Tuesday after negotiations stretched past his training-camp deadline. The agreement removes him from the 2027 free-agent market.

Why it matters: Silver’s reaction shifts the focus from Mayfield’s financial security to whether the long-term commitment affects the edge sharpened during the contract standoff. The quarterback enters the 2026 season with his future settled.

By the numbers: The extension averages $55 million annually. Mayfield ranked second in the NFL with 95 touchdown passes and third with 12,237 passing yards from 2023 through 2025.

What to watch: Mayfield opens the 2026 season on the road Sunday.

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@MikeSilver 2026-09-08T23:23:34.002063+00:00

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