Bucs And Baker Mayfield Both Choose Risk, As Tampa Becomes NFL's Drama Capital | FOX Sports

Baker Mayfield publicly expressed disappointment with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over stalled contract extension talks as he enters the final season of his current deal. The article outlines the risks for both Mayfield and the team, including potential injury, coaching or front-office changes, salary cap complications, and a higher future cost if he performs well. It also places the dispute within a broader period of uncertainty for Tampa Bay, including key player departures, Vita Vea’s trade request, and questions about the team’s direction after missing the playoffs.

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