Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield informed reporters on Friday that a new contract extension is "not anywhere close" to being finalized. According to Jenna Laine of ESPN, Mayfield also established a firm deadline for negotiations, stating that he will not continue talks once the team's training camp officially begins.
The veteran quarterback is coming off a resurgent season in Tampa Bay, where he led the Buccaneers to an NFC South title and a postseason victory. Despite his successful campaign, Mayfield indicated that there is still significant ground to cover between his representatives and the front office before a long-term agreement can be reached. The quarterback's comments suggest a stalemate in current discussions as the offseason progresses.
By setting a training camp deadline, Mayfield aims to avoid contract distractions during the team's primary preparation period. With training camp scheduled to begin in late July, the Buccaneers have a narrowing window to secure their starting quarterback long-term. Per Jenna Laine, Mayfield remains focused on the upcoming season but is firm on halting all business discussions once the team returns to the field for full practices.
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