# Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay Buccaneers season outlook

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/baker-mayfield-and-tampa-bay-buccaneers-season-outlook
> Updated: 2026-09-02T18:00:27.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is preparing for the upcoming NFL season, which includes a highly anticipated reunion against his former team, the Cleveland Browns, on September 20. Mayfield, who is entering the final year of a three-year, $100 million contract, has previously expressed tension regarding his departure from Cleveland.

As the season approaches, Mayfield has voiced optimism about the Buccaneers’ ability to compete for a Super Bowl, citing improvements across the offense, defense, and special teams. Head coach Todd Bowles noted that Mayfield remains highly motivated despite his contract situation. The team is also monitoring the recovery of wide receivers Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Baker Mayfield expresses confidence in Buccaneers' championship potential

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield expressed confidence in the team's championship potential as he enters the final year of his contract. Other NFC updates include Falcons QB decisions and Panthers rosterra

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baker-mayfield-expresses-confidence-in-buccaneers-championship-potential

### 2026-08-13: Baker Mayfield prepares for reunion against Cleveland Browns

Quarterback Baker Mayfield will face his former team, the Cleveland Browns, on September 20 as he leads the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baker-mayfield-prepares-for-reunion-against-cleveland-browns

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