Buccaneers GM Makes Curious Comment on Baker Mayfield's Contract Talks
Summary
Baker Mayfield, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, is negotiating a new contract extension before training camp starts in July. The team’s general manager, Jason Licht, said they want to decide soon if Mayfield will stay long term or if they need to look for a new quarterback.Key Facts
- Baker Mayfield is entering the last year of a three-year, $100 million contract.
- The Buccaneers want to reach a decision on Mayfield’s contract before training camp in July.
- GM Jason Licht said the team hopes Mayfield stays and that the quarterback is focused on winning.
- Mayfield’s contract demands might be close to $50 million per year.
- An anonymous NFL general manager said the Buccaneers shouldn’t pay more than $30 million per year.
- Mayfield will be 32 when he possibly reaches free agency and has played for five teams.
- The Buccaneers have stayed competitive and in playoff talks with Mayfield as their quarterback.
- If Mayfield helps the Buccaneers advance far in the playoffs, his market value could increase.
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