Overview
- Jason Licht, speaking on a Tampa radio show Tuesday, said Mayfield’s contract is a priority the team will “get to” and that all plans “revolve around Baker.”
- Mayfield is set to play 2026 in the final year of his three‑year, $100 million deal, which carries no guaranteed money.
- Analysts now project his next contract near or above $50 million per year, with Daniel Jones’ $44 million seen as a floor.
- Co‑owner Joel Glazer has signaled a willingness to write a top‑tier quarterback check to keep Mayfield in Tampa Bay.
- If no extension is reached before the season, the team could let him play out the deal, apply the franchise tag next year, or risk him reaching free agency in 2027.