Buccaneers GM discusses franchise tag option for Baker Mayfield status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht stated the team may use the franchise tag on quarterback Baker Mayfield if contract extension talks do not progress. Mayfield expressed feeling "disrespected" by the latest offer from the Buccaneers, which has led to tension between the parties. Licht reaffirmed the team's goal of securing a long-term deal with Mayfield, who is in the final year of his three-year contract. The situation has the potential to affect both Mayfield’s future and the Buccaneers’ roster strategy as the season advances.
- •Baker Mayfield feels undervalued following recent contract offer.
- •Jason Licht says franchise tag is a possible option for 2027.
- •Mayfield's current contract expires at the end of this season.
- •Buccaneers aim for a long-term deal as negotiations continue.
- •Tension exists between Mayfield and the Buccaneers front office.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers GM Jason Licht says team could use franchise tag on Baker Mayfield if no long-term deal is reached
"Baker Mayfield said he felt "disrespected" by the team's last contract offer.
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