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Contract negotiations between Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remain ongoing, but the veteran quarterback doesn't sound concerned about where things stand.
Speaking about his future with the organization, Mayfield made it clear he hopes to remain in Tampa Bay for years to come while acknowledging that both sides are continuing to work toward a new agreement.
Mayfield is entering the final season of the three-year contract he signed with the Buccaneers after reviving his career in Tampa Bay. Since arriving, he has helped lead the franchise to multiple NFC South titles while reestablishing himself as the team's franchise quarterback, making a contract extension one of the organization's top remaining offseason priorities.
Recent reports have suggested that negotiations center on where Mayfield fits in today's quarterback market. With salaries continuing to climb across the NFL, both sides are working to determine a deal that fairly reflects his value while allowing Tampa Bay to maintain flexibility as several young players become extension-eligible over the next few seasons.
Mayfield's comments indicate there is no public frustration from either side. Instead, the quarterback described the process as one of finding a contract that works for both parties rather than questioning whether an agreement will eventually happen.
Training camp is quickly approaching, and while a new deal has not yet been finalized, Mayfield's latest comments suggest there is mutual interest in ensuring he remains under center for the Buccaneers well beyond the 2026 season.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: Baker Mayfield on future: 'I think both sides want to get it done
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Speaking about his future with the organization, Mayfield made it clear he hopes to remain in Tampa Bay for years to come while acknowledging that both sides are continuing to work toward a new agreement.
Mayfield is entering the final season of the three-year contract he signed with the Buccaneers after reviving his career in Tampa Bay. Since arriving, he has helped lead the franchise to multiple NFC South titles while reestablishing himself as the team's franchise quarterback, making a contract extension one of the organization's top remaining offseason priorities.
Recent reports have suggested that negotiations center on where Mayfield fits in today's quarterback market. With salaries continuing to climb across the NFL, both sides are working to determine a deal that fairly reflects his value while allowing Tampa Bay to maintain flexibility as several young players become extension-eligible over the next few seasons.
Mayfield's comments indicate there is no public frustration from either side. Instead, the quarterback described the process as one of finding a contract that works for both parties rather than questioning whether an agreement will eventually happen.
Training camp is quickly approaching, and while a new deal has not yet been finalized, Mayfield's latest comments suggest there is mutual interest in ensuring he remains under center for the Buccaneers well beyond the 2026 season.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: Baker Mayfield on future: 'I think both sides want to get it done
Continue reading...
