Buccaneers not rushing contract talks with Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are currently not close to contract extensions with quarterback Baker Mayfield and defensive tackle Vita Vea. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported that the organization is comfortable allowing negotiations for both players to continue throughout the offseason without immediate pressure. Mayfield aims to remain in Tampa Bay, while Vea is a crucial part of the defense. The team’s front office is taking time to evaluate the contracts considering the impact on their younger core developed through recent draft classes.
- •Mike Garafolo reports no rush for contract extensions with Mayfield and Vea.
- •Mayfield expressed desire to stay, but his performance may complicate negotiations.
- •Vea is critical to the Buccaneers' defense with 51 pressures in 2025.
- •Negotiations are ongoing, with no immediate resolution expected before training camp.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — NFL insider on Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea deals: 'Bucs are in no rush
"NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports that the Buccaneers are not close to contract extensions with Baker Mayfield or Vita Vea.
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