Buccaneers GM Jason Licht confident about Baker Mayfield's future in Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are confident Baker Mayfield will be their quarterback beyond the 2026 season. Mayfield is entering the final season of a three-year, $100 million extension he signed after reviving his career in Tampa Bay in 2023. Bucs general manager Jason Licht said he’s had conversations with Mayfield’s representatives and anticipates getting an extension done.
PHOENIX (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are confident Baker Mayfield will be their quarterback beyond the 2026 season. Mayfield is entering the final season of a three-year, $100 million extension he signed after reviving his career in Tampa Bay in 2023. Bucs general manager Jason Licht said he’s had conversations with Mayfield’s representatives and anticipates getting an extension done.
“Baker is still our quarterback. He’s one of the toughest guys on the team. He’s a great leader,” Licht said.
“Everything kind of revolves around the quarterback spot. At some point, I’m sure we’ll figure something out. There’s no timetable on that.
” Mayfield has thrived with the Buccaneers since replacing Tom Brady. Once discarded by three teams, the 2018 No. 1 overall pick led Tampa Bay to a division title and a playoff win in 2023.