Baker Mayfield signs three-year contract extension with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 8, 2026. The agreement keeps the quarterback with the organization and prevents him from entering free agency following the current season. Negotiations between Mayfield and the team had stalled during training camp, leading to public comments from the player regarding his frustration with the process. The Buccaneers ultimately opted to retain the quarterback, who joined the franchise three seasons ago on a one-year deal. This extension follows a period of restructuring, though previous team efforts did not include additional years or compensation for the player. The deal concludes a high-profile contract standoff that persisted into the start of the regular season.

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