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Buccaneers Bet Big on Mayfield | Tampa Bay Buccaneers News

Baker Mayfield just got a massive three-year, $55 million annual extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — but is this move really setting them up for a Super Bowl run or locking them into mediocrity? Already earning $33M/year, Mayfield’s payday comes as the team struggles to break through elite status, with a defense slipping in rankings and a record hovering around .500. With the QB eating up most of the cap, building a championship roster becomes nearly impossible. The Bucs are betting big on Mayfield and coach Todd Bowles — but many wonder if this deal signals commitment or a costly…

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