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Mayfield Stalls Deal With Bucs | Tampa Bay Buccaneers News

Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers are locked in a standoff over a new contract, with talks stalled and Mayfield refusing to negotiate until after training camp. Without a long-term deal, he’ll play the season as a free agent, forcing Tampa Bay into a risky gamble: either use the expensive franchise tag or risk losing him to the open market. Mayfield’s decision signals frustration and confidence in his market value — a bold move for a QB who’s never shied away from betting on himself. Meanwhile, the Bucs’ front office may be rethinking recent QB signings, wondering if they’ve overpaid — and…

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