Baker Mayfield set to play 2026 season on expiring deal with Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Baker Mayfield will play the 2026 NFL season on his current expiring contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Negotiations for a new deal prior to training camp did not materialize, leaving both parties to revisit the situation after the season. Mayfield's contract is set to expire in March, making him a potential free agent. The Buccaneers could consider using the franchise tag on him, which would carry a significant cost. Mayfield's performance this season could influence future contract discussions.
- •Mayfield will play the season without a new contract
- •Negotiations will resume after the 2026 season
- •He could become a free agent in March 2027
- •Buccaneers may consider franchise tagging him for 2027
- •Mayfield has developed into a key player for the team
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield contract news creates drama in Buccaneers future
"The star quarterback could be heading to some complexity after this season.
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