Bucs GM affirms Baker Mayfield as franchise quarterback amid contract talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht publicly endorsed quarterback Baker Mayfield while discussing ongoing contract negotiations. Licht praised Mayfield as the team's franchise quarterback, despite the lack of a new deal as he enters the final year of his current contract. Mayfield, who has expressed disappointment over the negotiations, remains committed to the Bucs and continues training with the team. Licht's comments suggest the organization views Mayfield positively, even as discussions for an extension remain unresolved.
- •Jason Licht calls Baker Mayfield a franchise quarterback.
- •Contract negotiations between the Bucs and Mayfield are ongoing.
- •Mayfield has voiced disappointment over the negotiation process.
- •He is participating in training camp while seeking a contract extension.
- •Licht's remarks indicate a positive organizational stance on Mayfield.
- 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — Bucs GM talks up Baker Mayfield as contract talks go on
"Jason Licht avoided discussing Baker Mayfield's contract negotiations but made it clear the Bucs still view him as their franchise quarterback
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