US EditionBuccaneers GM Jason Licht confident about Baker Mayfield's future in Tampa Bay
Mayfield, who posted career-best stats in 2024, is entering the last year of a $100 million extension and is expected to lead the Buccaneers beyond 2026, GM Licht said.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht expressed confidence in quarterback Baker Mayfield's future with the team on Monday in Phoenix. "I have confidence we're going to be OK," Licht said.
- Once discarded by three teams, Mayfield revived his career in Tampa Bay in 2023, replacing Tom Brady. He is entering the final season of a three-year, $100 million extension signed in March 2024.
- Mayfield has thrived since replacing Tom Brady, assuming primary leadership as the team navigates the departure of Pro Bowl wide receiver Mike Evans and veteran linebacker Lavonte David. "He's a great leader," Licht said.
- Licht expressed no concern about Mayfield playing out his contract year to increase his market value, stating "I'm not going to deal with hypotheticals." The team expects to eventually reach an extension agreement.
- Beyond the quarterback position, the Buccaneers aim to extend outside linebacker YaYa Diaby, entering the final season of his rookie deal. "A very good, young player that's probably a little bit underappreciated," Licht said.
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Is A Baker Mayfield Contract Extension on the Horizon?
Bucs GM Jason Licht addressed the potential for a contract extension for quarterback Baker Mayfield ahead of the NFL owner’s meetings. Mayfield is entering the last year of his three-year, $100 million contract, earning $40 million, tying him with Dak Prescott and Matt Stafford in salary ranking. Previous negotiations were unsuccessful, but there is confidence on Licht's part for an agreement, stating that discussions have been positive. However…
Bucs Confident Extensions With Baker Mayfield, YaYa Diaby Will Be Finalized
The 2026 offseason has long loomed as the likeliest point at which a Baker Mayfield Buccaneers extension would be worked out. General manager Jason Licht expects an agreement to indeed be reached this spring. “Baker is a true pro. He’s a leader for this team. We love Baker,” Licht said at the league meeting (via Rob Maadi of the Associated Press). “Baker is still our quarterback. He’s one of the toughest guys on the team. He’s a great leader. Ev…
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