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Buccaneers Delay Mayfield, Vea Deals Ahead of 2026 Camp

7/7/2026

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Buccaneers have not reached contracts with quarterback Baker Mayfield and defensive tackle Vita Vea as camp nears.
Mayfield is in the third year of a three-year, $100 million contract.
Vea will earn $17 million in 2026 and missed mandatory minicamp drills.
The team has expressed no rush to finalize contracts before the July 28, 2026 camp.

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Story summary

Buccaneers have not reached contracts with quarterback Baker Mayfield and defensive tackle Vita Vea as camp nears.
Mayfield is in the third year of a three-year, $100 million contract.
Vea will earn $17 million in 2026 and missed mandatory minicamp drills.
The team has expressed no rush to finalize contracts before the July 28, 2026 camp.