Baker Mayfield expresses frustration over contract talks with Buccaneers

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Baker Mayfield expresses frustration over contract talks with Buccaneers
Summary

Baker Mayfield indicated his dissatisfaction with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after failing to secure a contract extension. Mayfield, in the final year of his deal, stated that he feels "disrespected" and "undervalued" by the team, which has reportedly expressed a desire to keep him on board. However, a significant gap remains in the negotiations regarding his worth. He confirmed that he will not engage in further contract discussions this year, emphasizing the finality of the deadline. If he enters free agency in 2027, he is expected to attract interest from teams needing a quarterback.

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  • •Mayfield's contract extension talks with the Buccaneers have stalled.
  • •He feels undervalued despite his performance over three seasons in Tampa Bay.
  • •Mayfield announced he will not continue discussions this year.
  • •The Buccaneers appear keen to retain Mayfield for the long term.
  • •His potential free agency in 2027 could generate significant interest.
Latest Updates
  • 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — 'Disappointing': Baker Mayfield angrily blasts Buccaneers for lack of contract update
  • 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield shuts down contract talk, expresses disappointment with no new deal from Bucs
  • 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield calls out Buccaneers for 'disappointing' result of contract dispute: 'Feel disrespected'
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  • 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs QB Baker Mayfield says he feels 'disrespected' amid contract impasse
  • 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield feels disrespected after Buccaneers miss contract deadline
  • 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield feeling "disrespected," "undervalued" by Buccaneers
  • 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield voices frustration over failed extension talks with Bucs
What they're saying
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Baker Mayfield has some clear problems with the way the Buccaneers handled negotiating a potential contract extension this offseason, saying he feels "disrespected" and "undervalued" during his Thursday press conference.

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After Vita Vea requested a trade of the Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield became the next star to blast the front office after not yet giving him a new contract.

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Mayfield discussed his disappointment in not receiving a contract extension from Tampa Bay before training camp in his Thursday press conference.

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