Bucs finalize largest contract in franchise history for Baker Mayfield
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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have secured Baker Mayfield with the largest contract in the history of the franchise. The agreement follows a period of negotiations where the quarterback ultimately moved past a previously established self-imposed deadline. This deal establishes a new financial benchmark for the organization as it maintains continuity at the quarterback position. The specifics of the contract terms and the shift in the negotiation timeline draw attention to the current fiscal environment for veteran players across the league. Analysts are now examining how this deal influences market expectations for other quarterbacks awaiting contract resolutions. The move formalizes Mayfield's role within the team's long-term roster construction.
- •The Buccaneers signed Baker Mayfield to the largest contract in franchise history.
- •The agreement occurred after Baker Mayfield reversed his stance on a previous negotiating deadline.
- •The deal impacts league-wide contract benchmarks for quarterbacks.
- •The organization finalized the move during the lead-up to the current season.
- 12:26 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers news: Rob Gronkowski says Baker Mayfield is a 'top 5 quarterback'
- 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers news: Baker Mayfield reveals he didn't know about extension negotiations
- 9:45 PMNBCSports.com — Inside the new Baker Mayfield deal - NBC Sports
- 9:36 PMYahoo Sports — Inside the new Baker Mayfield deal
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers news: What Baker Mayfield wants to accomplish after extension
- 7:42 PMYahoo Sports — Bucs Get Major Advantage in $165M Mayfield Deal
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers news: Todd Bowles shares another reaction to Baker Mayfield's extension
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Baker Mayfield signs $165M extension with Bucs, largest contract in franchise history
"Heading into training camp, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had two team leaders with contract disputes: nose tackle Vita Vea and quarterback Baker Mayfield. First off, Buccaneers GM Jason Licht tackled new terms for Vea, locking up his former first-round pick for another couple of seasons. As the regular season approached, negotiations with Mayfield made […] The post Buccaneers news: Baker Mayfield reveals he didn't know about extension negotiations appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Recently, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers made headlines when they signed quarterback Baker Mayfield to a lucrative multi-year contract extension ahead of the new season. The move solidifies what had been the biggest question for Tampa Bay heading into the 2026 campaign and takes some of the pressure off Mayfield specifically. Recently, head coach Todd […] The post Buccaneers news: Todd Bowles shares another reaction to Baker Mayfield's extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield recently agreed to a $165 million contract extension . The signing removes uncertainty about Mayfield’s future with the Buccaneers. It also ensures that one of the better quarterbacks in the NFL won’t be leaving in free agency anytime soon. During an appearance on Up & Adams, Rob Gronkowski is […] The post Buccaneers news: Rob Gronkowski says Baker Mayfield is a 'top 5 quarterback' appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 12:26 AMBuccaneers news: Rob Gronkowski says Baker Mayfield is a 'top 5 quarterback'
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield recently agreed to a $165 million contract extension . The signing removes uncertainty about Mayfield’s future with the Buccaneers. It also ensures that one of the better quarterbacks in the NFL won’t be leaving in free agency anytime soon. During an appearance on Up & Adams, Rob Gronkowski is […] The post Buccaneers news: Rob Gronkowski says Baker Mayfield is a 'top 5 quarterback' appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 10:26 PMBuccaneers news: Baker Mayfield reveals he didn't know about extension negotiations
Heading into training camp, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had two team leaders with contract disputes: nose tackle Vita Vea and quarterback Baker Mayfield. First off, Buccaneers GM Jason Licht tackled new terms for Vea, locking up his former first-round pick for another couple of seasons. As the regular season approached, negotiations with Mayfield made […] The post Buccaneers news: Baker Mayfield reveals he didn't know about extension negotiations appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- NBCSports.comSep 9, 2026, 9:45 PMInside the new Baker Mayfield deal - NBC Sports
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has signed his new contract.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 9:36 PMInside the new Baker Mayfield deal
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has signed his new contract.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 8:55 PMBuccaneers news: What Baker Mayfield wants to accomplish after extension
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently inked quarterback Baker Mayfield to a three-year , $165 million contract extension, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league. Now that Mayfield has ended his contract saga, he can fully turn his attention to the upcoming season, which is slated to get underway on Sunday. Recently, Mayfield spoke on […] The post Buccaneers news: What Baker Mayfield wants to accomplish after extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:42 PMBucs Get Major Advantage in $165M Mayfield Deal
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield signed a three-year, $165M extension right before the start of the offseason. Reports were that Mayfield wanted a third year on his extension, and when the Bucs would only offer two years, his side stopped talking. When Tampa Bay came back with a third year, the two sides came […] The post Bucs Get Major Advantage in $165M Mayfield Deal appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:33 PMBuccaneers news: Todd Bowles shares another reaction to Baker Mayfield's extension
Recently, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers made headlines when they signed quarterback Baker Mayfield to a lucrative multi-year contract extension ahead of the new season. The move solidifies what had been the biggest question for Tampa Bay heading into the 2026 campaign and takes some of the pressure off Mayfield specifically. Recently, head coach Todd […] The post Buccaneers news: Todd Bowles shares another reaction to Baker Mayfield's extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 4:07 PMBaker Mayfield signs $165M extension with Bucs, largest contract in franchise history
Two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to a three-year, $165 million contract extension, the largest contract in Bucs franchise history.
- Associated PressSep 9, 2026, 1:59 AMBaker Mayfield and the Buccaneers agree on a $165M, 3-year extension, AP source says - AP News
Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed on a $165 million, three-year contract extension, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the team hasn’t announced the c…
- ESPNSep 9, 2026, 12:34 AMGrading the move: Why the Bucs gave Baker Mayfield the largest contract in franchise history
Why did Mayfield change his mind about a negotiating deadline, and what does it mean for other QBs?
- Sports IllustratedSep 9, 2026, 12:28 AMThe Baker Mayfield Extension Has Destroyed the Middle-Class NFL QB Contract - Sports Illustrated
The Buccaneers signing Mayfield to a $165 million deal will likely have ramifications that alter the economics of the NFL.
- NBCSports.comSep 8, 2026, 9:18 PMBaker Mayfield agrees to three-year extension with Buccaneers - NBC Sports
Mayfield's deal is reportedly worth $165 million.
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