After being cast off from Cleveland, Baker Mayfield has become the Buccaneers franchise quarterback.

Baker Mayfield’s contract situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers appeared headed for a standoff heading into the 2026 season. Instead, the two sides reached a surprise agreement just days before the season opener.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield has thrown 16 touchdowns to four interceptions against the CIncinnati Bengals in his career.

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The Buccaneers furthered their commitment to quarterback Baker Mayfield on Tuesday, agreeing to a three-year contract extension.

Mayfield is 27-24 in his three seasons as a starter for Tampa Bay, leading the team to the playoffs in 2023 and 2024.

The Bucs' defense has been a hassle to deal with, certainly for QB1.

Baker Mayfield's $165 million Buccaneers extension ties him with Joe Burrow and Josh Allen as the NFL's third-highest-paid quarterbacks overall.

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers came to terms on a three-year, $165 million contract extension earlier this week.

Baker Mayfield agreed to a $165 million contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While Skip Bayless is happy for him, the analyst has one concern.