Baker Mayfield addresses contract talks and health concerns with Bucs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke on June 17 about ongoing contract negotiations and health concerns regarding his playing style. Mayfield dismissed reports of injury worries, asserting his reliability after starting every game for three seasons. Coach Todd Bowles acknowledged concerns about Mayfield's risk-taking but emphasized the quarterback's importance to the team's success. Mayfield updated that contract discussions remain stagnant while focusing on his preparation for training camp amidst minicamp activities.
- •Mayfield refutes concerns about his health following reports from the Tampa Bay Times.
- •He has started every game for the Buccaneers in the last three seasons.
- •Coach Todd Bowles highlights Mayfield's need to improve on avoiding unnecessary hits.
- •Contract talks between Mayfield and the Buccaneers have shown little progress.
- •Mayfield remains focused on training and minicamp activities ahead of the season.
- 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Bucs' Mayfield Gives Contract Update, Refutes Concerns Over Health
"Despite mounting tension over his physical playing style and stalled extension talks, the veteran signal-caller maintains his "iron man" status while prioritizing on-field preparation over financial negotiations.
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