Baker Mayfield’s contract standoff with the Buccaneers is heating up — he’s opting to play out his final year, eyeing free agency in 2027 after feeling undervalued. GM Jason Licht insists Mayfield remains “the guy” and laser-focused on winning, while confirming the franchise tag is on the table — a costly but strategic move to buy time. With Mayfield’s production dipping last season due to injuries, Tampa Bay may be holding back on big offers, but if he rebounds, his payday could skyrocket. For the Bucs, this year gives them crucial data before potentially locking him up for over $200 million.

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