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Mayfield’s Big Contract Outlook | Tampa Bay Buccaneers News

Baker Mayfield’s contract talks with the Bucs are heating up, with projections pointing to a massive deal averaging $50-53M annually over four years — totaling $200-212M. While some fans balk at the price tag, especially compared to Dak Prescott’s $60M or Burrow/Allen’s $55M, Mayfield’s turnaround since joining Tampa — including a Pro Bowl nod and leading the team post-Brady — proves he’s earned top-tier pay. His youth and consistent performance, despite some late-season inconsistency, position him squarely among the league’s elite QBs. Expect a high-end extension around $51-52M/year — a…

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