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Baker Mayfield focuses on season amid contract talks with Buccaneers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:43 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Baker Mayfield focuses on season amid contract talks with Buccaneers

Summary

Baker Mayfield prepares for the 2026 NFL season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, planning to test free agency after the season. Recent contract negotiations broke down, leading Mayfield to prioritize football. NFL insider Ian Rapoport noted that the Bucs offered a short-term deal, which Mayfield declined for long-term security. With a solid performance in 2025, Mayfield aims to prove his worth for a lucrative contract. The Buccaneers will open their season on the road against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 13.

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Status Watch

•Mayfield enters his fourth season with the Buccaneers.
•Contract discussions ended as Mayfield seeks long-term security.
•Mayfield had 3,693 passing yards and 26 touchdowns in 2025.
•The Buccaneers finished last season with an 8-9 record.
•Tampa Bay's season opener is on Sept. 13 against Cincinnati.

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7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield’s contract situation with Buccaneers gets outlook from NFL insider

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Baker Mayfield finds himself in an intriguing situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the star quarterback plans on testing free agency after the 2026 season. Mayfield prepares for the ninth season of his NFL career, his fourth with the…
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