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Buccaneers face challenge extending Cody Mauch after Bergeron contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:58 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Buccaneers face challenge extending Cody Mauch after Bergeron contract

Summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers might find it difficult to extend guard Cody Mauch's contract following the Atlanta Falcons' recent signing of Matthew Bergeron to a four-year, $96M deal. Mauch, entering his fourth season, faces health concerns after a season-ending injury. While both players were drafted close together and are full-time starters, Mauch's injury complicates negotiations. If not extended before the season, Mauch may seek free agency, with Bergeron's contract setting a precedent. The Buccaneers are also managing contract issues with defensive tackle Vita Vea as they prioritize extensions this season.

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Status Watch

•Matthew Bergeron signed a four-year, $96M extension with the Falcons.
•Cody Mauch is entering a crucial fourth season after an injury-plagued third year.
•If Mauch has a strong season, his contract demands may rise significantly.
•The Buccaneers also need to resolve contracts for other key players like Vita Vea.

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10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers Rival Just Made One Contract Extension More Expensive

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers already took a shot from their division rivals before the season even started. The Atlanta Falcons signed left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year, $96M deal before the start of the season. It is going to be harder for the Buccaneers to extend their own guard Cody Mauch before the start […] The post Buccaneers Rival Just Made One Contract Extension More Expensive appeared first on HEAVY.
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