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Baker Mayfield and Buccaneers face Cleveland Browns in Week

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2026-09-16 22:20 UTC → 2026-09-20 17:55 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Baker Mayfield ~~signs record extension with~~ and Buccaneers face Cleveland Browns in Week

~~Negotiations between~~ Following a 33-27 season-opening loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, in which Baker Mayfield ~~and~~ struggled with three fumbles, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ~~have reached a resolution following~~ prepared for a ~~period of uncertainty. After entering~~ Week 2 matchup against Mayfield’s former team, the ~~2026 season in a contract year, Mayfield signed a three-year extension worth a reported $165 million. Averaging approximately $55 million per year,~~ Cleveland Browns. Ahead of the ~~deal is~~ reunion, former Browns position coach Ken Zampese suggested the ~~richest contract~~ Cleveland organization ‘mucked it up’ by trading Mayfield in ~~franchise history and follows previous reports of tension where~~ 2022 to pursue Deshaun Watson. In preparation for the game, Mayfield ~~viewed initial offers as ‘disrespectful.’ The resolution comes after~~ participated in a ~~period of significant roster and coaching transitions. Following~~ lighthearted moment by wearing an ~~8-9 season that saw the team miss the playoffs, the Buccaneers implemented~~ undersized Michigan Wolverines tank top after losing a ~~new offensive scheme~~ bet to head coach Todd Bowles. The Week 2 game at Raymond James Stadium took place under ~~coordinator Zac Robinson~~ hot weather and ~~saw~~ the ~~departure~~ threat of ~~longtime wide receiver Mike Evans. Despite widespread negative predictions for~~ thunderstorms. The matchup began as a defensive struggle, with the ~~2026 season, Mayfield expressed~~ Buccaneers holding a ~~desire to ‘shock~~ 6-3 lead following a ~~lot of people’ and use skepticism as motivation. Specific financial details of~~ Chase McLaughlin field goal before the extension reveal that Mayfield will receive a $10 million roster bonus and $10 million base salary in 2026. The agreement includes $70 million fully guaranteed at signing, with additional amounts vesting in 2027 and 2028. When accounting for previously earned money, total payouts through 2029 can reach approximately $205 million. By 2029, his base salary is set Browns tied the game at ~~$52.5 million. Mayfield described~~ 3-3 via an Andre Szymt field goal. The Browns entered the ~~contract as “life-changing money,” but emphasized that his primary focus remains~~ contest with several players on ~~achieving a Super Bowl victory~~ their inactive list, including quarterback Taylen Green and ~~improving team consistency. Head coach Todd Bowles,~~ guard Teven Jenkins, who praised Mayfield’s professionalism and leadership, stated he does not expect the financial windfall to alter Mayfield’s preparation or professional standards. As the 2026 season began, the Buccaneers suffered a 33-27 season-opening loss remained out due to ~~the Cincinnati Bengals. During the game, Mayfield completed 23 of 28 passes for 216 yards and~~ a ~~rushing touchdown, but struggled with three fumbles that contributed to 17 opponent points.~~ back injury.

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