Baker Mayfield signs contract extension with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension on September 8, 2026. The deal keeps Mayfield with the team through the 2029 season, ending potential speculation regarding his future as an unrestricted free agent in 2027. This move removes Mayfield as a possible long-term quarterback target for the New York Jets, who maintain three first-round selections in the 2027 NFL draft. New York continues to search for a long-term solution at the position while utilizing Geno Smith as the current starter for the 2026 season. Rookie Cade Klubnik remains the team's primary backup, with Bailey Zappe currently on the practice squad. The Jets have stated a commitment to exploring all potential avenues, including future drafts and trade opportunities, to address their current quarterback requirements.

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