Mayfield Walks Away From Bucs | Tampa Bay Buccaneers News

Baker Mayfield’s future with the Buccaneers is in limbo after he walked away from a lucrative two-year, $100M offer, opting to play out his current deal and hit free agency in 2026. Despite leading Tampa Bay to playoff appearances and Pro Bowl nods since replacing Tom Brady, the team’s recent struggles — fueled by injuries and a rebuilding phase — have cooled enthusiasm for extending him. A strong 2025 season could reopen negotiations, but for now, Mayfield’s focus is on proving his value on the field — and possibly forcing a better deal down the road. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/396f259ead64a327