Baker Mayfield's Rocky Contract Talks with Buccaneers

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Baker Mayfield's Contract Dilemma with the Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield was reportedly offered a 2-year contract extension by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but he declined the offer. Jason Licht, the general manager, confirmed this. Baker, known for betting on himself, appears to be in a situation reminiscent of the strategy used by the Dallas Cowboys with Dak Prescott, where they delayed contract negotiations.

The Buccaneers seem inclined to use the franchise tag on Mayfield if necessary, which might save some immediate money but could strain the team's salary cap because it prevents the spread of a signing bonus over an extended period. The approach suggests a potential rocky departure could be in the future for Mayfield and the Buccaneers, although this split might not materialize immediately, given the possibility of using the franchise tag over the next couple of years.