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Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have recently expressed interest in sticking together after a productive 2023 season for both the quarterback and the team. Now the two sides have actually begun contract negotiations, according to the Tampa Bay Times, with free agency around the corner.
Although an extension is reportedly not imminent, “preliminary talks” are underway, with Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht expected to ramp up discussions with Mayfield’s agent, Tom Mills, at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Mayfield previously hinted at the Pro Bowl that Mills had spoken with Bucs brass about a new deal, while downplaying the notion he’d personally been involved in the discussions.
“My agent and them, I think they engaged a little bit,” Mayfield said at the time, “but obviously when [offensive coordinator Dave] Canales left — and [I’m] happy for him as well, getting the head coaching job;…
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Author : Cody Benjamin
Publish date : 2024-02-23 17:13:48
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