Buccaneers GM reveals thoughts on Baker Mayfield contract extension

The relationship between Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has been nothing short of magical. Not only has the former Heisman trophy winner and first overall draft pick rejuvenated his career since joining the Buccaneers, but the team has experienced consistent success with him at the helm.

With Mayfield entering 2025 on what now looks like a very team-friendly, 3-year, $100M contract (approximately $33M per season), his next deal feels like a bit of an elephant in the room. There's no question that Mayfield feels like he's found a home in Tampa Bay and would like to finish his career here. Conversely, Buccaneers' GM Jason Licht couldn't be more emphatic about his satisfaction with the performance and persona that Baker has brought to his football team.

Speaking to Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Licht reinforced this when asked to discuss a potential new contract for his quarterback.

"I love Baker. I love everything he’s done for us,” Licht said. “The goal for us is for Baker to continue to be the player that he is, and at some point, we reach an extension when the time is right and he continues to be our quarterback for a long time. That’s the goal.”

While nothing immediate is set to happen with Mayfield this offseason may be a likely target for an extension if he continues to play to his standard the last two years.

When asked about playing on a contract that appears to be below market value based on his performance, Mayfield demonstrated the same gritty perspective that has made him a favorite in the eyes of his general manager.

“No matter what I was playing for, I’d still show up and do my job,” Mayfield said. “I think they know that here. I’m living a dream. I’m playing football for a job, and I love the group I have. I wouldn’t change it for anything.”