The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have given Baker Mayfield the largest contract in franchise history, a three-year extension through 2029. The deal averages $55 million per year, placing Mayfield in the same tier as Trevor Lawrence and Jordan Love. Negotiations had stalled at training camp, but Tampa Bay's willingness to commit to a longer term and higher average annual value facilitated the agreement.

Mayfield and defensive tackle Vita Vea were both team captains entering the season, though Vea requested a trade and held out. By securing Mayfield now, the Bucs avoided a seasonlong distraction and likely a much higher price tag next year. With the salary cap rising and multiple quarterbacks entering free agency, today's $55 million average is expected to be significantly lower than future deals.

Mayfield reported to camp and has been focused on tuning out the off-field noise as the team opens the season against the Cincinnati Bengals.