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Baker Mayfield Feels 'Disrespected' by Buccaneers Ownership After Failing to Agree on a New Contract
Mayfield said he is done discussing a new deal after Tampa Bay offered a two-year extension, leaving his long-term future unresolved.
- On Thursday, July 30, Baker Mayfield halted contract extension negotiations with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, expressing feeling "disrespected" by the team's two-year offer during a news conference.
- Negotiations stalled because the Bucs refused to meet Mayfield's $50M annual salary demand or provide the longer-term security he sought, making the two-year proposal "probably the most disappointing" part.
- Last season's late-season collapse saw the Buccaneers drop seven of their final eight contests, ending the franchise's five-year playoff run despite Mayfield's strong 6-3 start.
- Following his pledge to table talks, Mayfield confirmed on Tuesday, July 28, that he will play out the final year of his deal, focusing exclusively on football now.
- Utilizing the franchise tag could accelerate more than $30 million in dead cap space for the Buccaneers, but Mayfield remains resolute that his performance this year will only increase his future price tag.
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TAMPA, Florida, USA (AP) — Baker Mayfield felt disrespected by the Buccaneers. Now, he's focused on playing his best.
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Baker Mayfield feels ‘disrespected’ by Buccaneers ownership after failing to agree on a new contract
Tampa, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield feels “disrespected” by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is focused on playing his best football. The two-time Pro Bowl quarterback didn’t get the contract extension he sought and plans to play out the final season of his three-year, $100 million deal. “I’ve been pretty up front and honest about...
Baker Mayfield: 'Disrespected' during contract talks with Bucs
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