Baker Mayfield ranks 14th among NFL quarterbacks in new poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Baker Mayfield is currently ranked 14th among NFL quarterbacks, tying with Sam Darnold, according to a recent survey of coaches and executives conducted by Mike Sando of The Athletic. This ranking, which is down three spots from last year, reflects Mayfield's fluctuating performance during a disappointing season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Mayfield's contract situation remains unresolved, with ongoing discussions regarding his value as a franchise QB., he has played under three different offensive coordinators in his first three seasons in Tampa, which has contributed to his inconsistency on the field.
- •Mayfield ranked 14th in a poll by 50 NFL coaches and execs
- •His ranking dropped from 11th last year due to inconsistent play
- •Mayfield has worked with four offensive coordinators in four seasons
- •Buccaneers faced significant injuries among key offensive players in 2025
- •Ongoing contract discussions regarding his future with the team
- 7:51 AMYahoo Sports — Bucs' Mayfield 14th in Latest QB Rankings
- 5:54 AMjoebucsfan.com — Baker Mayfield Is Ranked By 21 NFL Execs & 29 Coaches - JoeBucsFan.com
"The deep dive into the crop of 2026 starting quarterbacks has been executed. Baker Mayfield probably won’t like the results. This isn’t just another QB survey. Reliable Mike Sando of TheAthletic.com asked NFL coaches, executives and former executives to rank …
"NFL coaches and execs weigh in on Baker Mayfield’s standing as a franchise QB, debating whether his streaky play justifies a top-10 spot in league-wide rankings.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 7:51 AMBucs' Mayfield 14th in Latest QB Rankings
NFL coaches and execs weigh in on Baker Mayfield’s standing as a franchise QB, debating whether his streaky play justifies a top-10 spot in league-wide rankings.
- joebucsfan.comAug 5, 2026, 5:54 AMBaker Mayfield Is Ranked By 21 NFL Execs & 29 Coaches - JoeBucsFan.com
The deep dive into the crop of 2026 starting quarterbacks has been executed. Baker Mayfield probably won’t like the results. This isn’t just another QB survey. Reliable Mike Sando of TheAthletic.com asked NFL coaches, executives and former executives to rank …
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