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Buccaneers Optimistic Baker Mayfield Stays After 2026

8/29/2026

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Buccaneers GM Jason Licht said he is optimistic quarterback Baker Mayfield will remain in Tampa.
Mayfield said he felt disrespected by the Buccaneers’ contract offers and will not resume talks until after the 2026 season.
The team presented a two-year extension and mentioned the franchise tag as an alternative.
Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka sprained his toe on Aug. 12 and is expected to return for Week 1.

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Buccaneers GM Jason Licht said he is optimistic quarterback Baker Mayfield will remain in Tampa.
Mayfield said he felt disrespected by the Buccaneers’ contract offers and will not resume talks until after the 2026 season.
The team presented a two-year extension and mentioned the franchise tag as an alternative.
Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka sprained his toe on Aug. 12 and is expected to return for Week 1.