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Baker Mayfield Feels 'Disrespected' by Buccaneers Ownership After Failing to Agree on a New Contract

Mayfield said he is done discussing a new deal after Tampa Bay offered a two-year extension, leaving his long-term future unresolved.

  • On Thursday, July 30, Baker Mayfield halted contract extension negotiations with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, expressing feeling "disrespected" by the team's two-year offer during a news conference.
  • Negotiations stalled because the Bucs refused to meet Mayfield's $50M annual salary demand or provide the longer-term security he sought, making the two-year proposal "probably the most disappointing" part.
  • Last season's late-season collapse saw the Buccaneers drop seven of their final eight contests, ending the franchise's five-year playoff run despite Mayfield's strong 6-3 start.
  • Following his pledge to table talks, Mayfield confirmed on Tuesday, July 28, that he will play out the final year of his deal, focusing exclusively on football now.
  • Utilizing the franchise tag could accelerate more than $30 million in dead cap space for the Buccaneers, but Mayfield remains resolute that his performance this year will only increase his future price tag.
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Mayfield Perceived a "Lack of Respect" From the Buccaneers' Owners After They Failed to Agree to a New Contract.

TAMPA, Florida, USA (AP) — Baker Mayfield felt disrespected by the Buccaneers. Now, he's focused on playing his best.

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Baker Mayfield has reached a critical point with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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'Disrespected' Baker Mayfield warns Buccaneers 'it's only going to get worse' after failed contract talks

Baker Mayfield says he feels "disrespected" and "undervalued" by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after contract negotiations ended without a long-term deal.

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Baker Mayfield feels ‘disrespected’ by Buccaneers ownership after failing to agree on a new contract

Tampa, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield feels “disrespected” by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is focused on playing his best football. The two-time Pro Bowl quarterback didn’t get the contract extension he sought and plans to play out the final season of his three-year, $100 million deal. “I’ve been pretty up front and honest about...

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Baker Mayfield feels 'disrespected' by Buccaneers ownership after failing to agree on a new contract

Baker Mayfield feels "disrespected" by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is focused on playing his best football.

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Baker Mayfield: 'Disrespected' during contract talks with Bucs

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