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Have Baker Mayfield-Bucs Contract Talks Warmed Up?

There’s no ambiguity coming from Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield when it comes to where he wants his future to be. While previously commenting that his contract discussions with Tampa Bay were “not anywhere close” to what he was thinking, his latest statements comes with less anger over the situation.

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Baker Mayfield Breaks Silence on Buccaneers Contract Talks

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up for another NFL season, with veteran players scheduled to report to training camp on July 28. Among the key figures expected is quarterback Baker Mayfield, who will begin his fourth year with the franchise.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / June 29

Former GM shares prediction about Baker Mayfield contract situation

Former NFL GM shares prediction about Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract situation

Quarterback Baker Mayfield has made it known on multiple occasions that he wants to stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beyond the 2026 season. That said, Mayfield is in the final year of his existing deal, and there's been no indication that he and the club are close to coming to terms on a multiyear agreement.

Baker Mayfield sends Buccaneers a message amid contract negotiations stalemate

The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / June 28

3 Undrafted Buccaneers Who Turned Heads This Offseason

Draft classes can make or break teams in the playoffs over the course of a few years — the better talent you have, the better chance you have to win. But undrafted free agents can be a big part of that equation, too.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / June 28

Should The Buccaneers Reunite With Former EDGE Cam Gill?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have spent the offseason adding depth to their defense, but one familiar name could still make sense. Former Buccaneers EDGE Cam Gill is back on the football radar after an impressive season in the UFL, and a reunion wouldn’t come with much financial risk.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / June 29

Mayfield sends Bucs a message amid contract negotiations stalemate

Baker Mayfield sends Buccaneers a message amid contract negotiations stalemate

Mayfield revived his career in Tampa Bay, and while consistency and injuries have held him back at times, he's been his best version since arriving in Florida.

Big contract extension update emerges about Buccaneers' Mayfield

Chiefs face one crucial Patrick Mahomes question

Raiders' Kirk Cousins sounds off on grass vs. artificial turf debate

Sam Darnold shares what Raiders HC thinks of Fernando Mendoza, Cousins

2026 NFL training camp preview: Five storylines to monitor

Cade Otton News / PewterReport.com / June 28

Does Cade Otton Still Have To Be The Bucs’ Iron Man In 2026?

The countdown to the Bucs’ 2026 season is on. Right now, we’re: 77 days away from Bucs regular season kickoff 47 days away from Bucs preseason kickoff 31 days away from Bucs training camp In the lead-up to training camp, Pewter Report’s Bailey Adams will be diving into storylines for 26 key figures who will be crucial to the Bucs’ success in 2026.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / June 29

NFL Insider Reveals Latest on Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers Contract Talks

A report earlier this week indicated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield “are not on the same page” during contract extension discussions.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / June 29

Bucs’ Revamped Defense Receives Major Stamp Of Approval

The Bucs have received their fair share of criticism in recent months. Since ceding the NFC South division title to the 8-9 Panthers via a tiebreaker, plenty have pointed to and magnified Tampa Bay’s shortcomings following a 2-7 collapse and a promising 6-2 start.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / June 29

Bruce Arians: Bucs OC Zac Robinson Has A 'Great, Great Future'

When it comes to the offensive side of the football, getting a stamp of approval from former Bucs Super Bowl-winning head coach and Ring of Honor inductee Bruce Arians says a lot.