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Buccaneers sign Baker Mayfield to three-year $165M extension

9/9/2026

Summary

Mayfield Signs Extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed quarterback Baker Mayfield to a three-year, $165 million extension.
The deal runs through the 2029 season, preventing Mayfield from becoming a free agent.
Mayfield’s $55 million per year salary ties for the NFL’s third-highest paid quarterback.
The extension, finalized on September 8, became the Buccaneers’ largest contract ever.
Mayfield completed 63.2% of passes for 3,693 yards, 25 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last season.

Summary

Mayfield Stays

Owner Joel Glazer said Mayfield and his wife Emily have made a meaningful impact in Tampa Bay.
Defensive tackle Vita Vea called Mayfield the team’s heart and soul while advocating his contract.
General Manager Jason Licht said he is very optimistic Mayfield will remain the franchise quarterback beyond 2026.
Sources reported the Buccaneers’ final offer was two years for $50 million before the new three-year deal.

History

Historical Context

In 2004 the New England Patriots signed quarterback Tom Brady to a six-year extension, rewarding the 199th-overall pick of the 2000 draft who had already won three Super Bowls in four seasons. The 2024 multi-year contract for Baker Mayfield with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers mirrors that trend, showing elite quarterbacks now secure long, high-value deals that dominate team salary caps.

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Mayfield Signs Extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed quarterback Baker Mayfield to a three-year, $165 million extension.
The deal runs through the 2029 season, preventing Mayfield from becoming a free agent.
Mayfield’s $55 million per year salary ties for the NFL’s third-highest paid quarterback.
The extension, finalized on September 8, became the Buccaneers’ largest contract ever.
Mayfield completed 63.2% of passes for 3,693 yards, 25 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last season.

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