Bucs And Baker Mayfield Both Choose Risk, As Tampa Becomes NFL's Drama Capital

Baker Mayfield said he felt "disrespected" by the Buccaneers in extension negotiations, as Tampa's troubled offseason has made its way into training camp.

NFL news, live updates: Deebo Samuel returns to 49ers; Saints extend Chris Olave; Baker Mayfield airs his grievances with Bucs

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Rumor: Baker Mayfield turned down ‘multiple’ short-term extension offers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers did not offer Baker Mayfield a contract he felt was fair, and he aired those grievances out in a media session.
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Former Browns QB Baker Mayfield drops blunt statement on the less than ideal situation he's found himself in

Baker Mayfield once had to work through a rocky situation with the Cleveland Browns. Now, he's dealing with a bit of a different scenario with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers it appears.

‘My Biggest Stressor’ — Buccaneers GM Jason Licht Breaks Silence on Baker Mayfield, Vita Vea Contract Drama

As the 2026 NFL season draws closer, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers still have major business to settle off the field. Quarterback Baker Mayfield and the organization have yet to find common ground on a new contract.

Baker Mayfield says he is a franchise quarterback

First of all, defensive tackle Vita Vea announced he wants to be traded, and now, quarterback Baker Mayfield feels like the team is disrespecting him. Mayfield is in the middle of negotiating a new contract,