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Mayfield Demands Respect, Contract Stalls | Tampa Bay Buccaneers News

Baker Mayfield’s contract stalemate with the Buccaneers has hit a breaking point—no deal done past training camp’s deadline, leaving him frustrated and feeling undervalued. He sought a long-term extension to stay in Tampa into his thirties, but the team offered only a two-year deal, forcing him to play out his current $33M deal. Mayfield, comparing himself to QBs earning $51–55M, feels the Bucs’ offer ignores his proven value—and he’s not blind to the team’s inconsistent treatment of other stars like Evans and Vea. Now, he’s channeling this into fuel for a breakout season, hoping to prove his…

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