Baker Mayfield discusses his control over Netflix's ‘Quarterback’ series footage

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Baker Mayfield discusses his control over Netflix's ‘Quarterback’ series footage
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Baker Mayfield revealed that he had final approval over his footage in the third season of Netflix's ‘Quarterback,’ which premiered on August 1, 2026. He admitted he did not watch the entire series before its release but reviewed clips to ensure they reflected his portrayal accurately. Mayfield expressed some regret over the explicit language included, acknowledging it may not be suitable for younger audiences. He initially declined to participate in the show multiple times but was persuaded by Peyton Manning to share his story. Mayfield aimed to present a more authentic image of himself as a dedicated football player.

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  • Mayfield had veto power over his segments in ‘Quarterback.’
  • He revealed he did not view the whole series prior to release.
  • Regrets some of the language used in the show.
  • Persuaded by Peyton Manning to participate after initial refusals.
  • Aims to change public perception by showing his dedication to football.
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Baker Mayfield didn’t watch all of Season 3 of Quarterback before it went up on Netflix, but he did get the final say on his own parts. Mayfield said Netflix and Omaha Productions sent him clips of his own footage to sign off on before release, rather than leaving him to find out what made…

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