Could the Rams reunite with Baker Mayfield in 2027?
The Rams may need a new quarterback in 2027, and Baker Mayfield may be looking for a new team and contract.
The Los Angeles Rams don't have to worry about their starting quarterback situation in 2026, but 2027 is another question entirely. Matthew Stafford is returning for an 18th season this year, but he'll be 39 by the time the season ends and could easily hang up his cleats after a long career. While L.
A. might not be focused on their 2027 quarterback situation yet, an intriguing option could pop up in free agency next year: Baker Mayfield. The current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and one-time Rams starter is in the final year of his contract and could test the open market after the 2026 season if he and the Buccaneers can't agree on a long-term extension.
The Athletic's Jeff Howe reported that contract negotiations are expected to commence this offseason, but that doesn't mean a deal will be struck. Howe offered up the possibility of a Mayfield-Rams reunion in 2027 if Stafford does indeed retire. Mayfield appeared in the final five games and started four of them during the 2022 regular season in place for the injured Stafford.
He went 1-3, but resurrected his career a bit with a 63. 6% completion rate, 850 passing yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions. Mayfield has a chance to be the first QB to exceed $50 million in free agency.