Mayfield felt 'disrespected' by Bucs' deal offers
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield said Thursday that he felt "disrespected a little bit" that he and the team could not reach an agreement on a new contract before his imposed deadline of the start of training camp.
Reported by 2 outlets — ESPN, New York Post. See all sources ↓
Baker Mayfield, the Buccaneers quarterback, said he felt disrespected because contract talks ended before training camp. He told reporters he felt a little bit disrespected and undervalued after thinking he had earned a new deal. The negotiations were paused so he could focus on football when camp started.
Why it matters
It shows how player‑team contract disputes can affect a player’s morale and focus. Fans care because Mayfield’s performance impacts the Buccaneers’ season.
- What did Mayfield say about the contract talks?
- He said he felt disrespected a little bit because no agreement was reached before training camp.
- What extra detail did the New York Post provide?
- It noted Mayfield is in the final season of a three‑year, $100 million contract.
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ESPN highlights Mayfield’s feeling of disrespect and the deadline. The New York Post adds context about his contract value and that he is in the final year of his deal.
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Contract value and career stage detail
Sources1TypeAngleNew York PostAdds that Mayfield is in final season of a $100M three‑year deal