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Netflix's Quarterback Season 3 profiles Cam Ward, Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, and Joe Flacco as they navigate the 2025 NFL season, with Ward’s rookie year, Daniels’ injury‑limited sophomore showing, Mayfield’s early surge followed by late‑season struggles, and Flacco stepping in for an injured Burrow after a midseason Browns→Bengals move; the season premieres July 14.
The NFL offseason remains active with several major endings still to be decided: a June 1 dead-cap relief could unlock a possible trade of A.J. Brown from the Eagles, Tampa Bay is expected to finalize a high-value extension for Baker Mayfield, Detroit must navigate extensions for its 2023 draft core (Gibbs, Campbell, LaPorta, Branch) within cap limits, Houston is positioned to extend C.J. Stroud as its future quarterback, and Kansas City still needs to bolster its wide receiver corps to support a now-onward Mahomes-loaded offense.
The Buccaneers remain firmly behind Baker Mayfield as he enters the final year of his contract, with co-owner Joel Glazer praising his effort and leadership and GM Jason Licht expected to work out a multiyear extension. Despite a 2025 season hampered by injuries, Mayfield’s earlier production and the team’s success suggest Tampa Bay is poised to reward him with a big new deal.
Daniel Jones’s two-year deal with the Colts, worth up to about $88 million with $12 million in incentives, is eye-catching and could set the benchmark for veteran QBs, ahead of deals for Sam Darnold (Seahawks) and Baker Mayfield, underscoring the NFL's one-way contract dynamic where teams can cut underperformers while players who exceed value can be stuck.
Buccaneers GM Jason Licht said everything is on the table for a Baker Mayfield contract extension, with no timeline but plans revolving around Mayfield; he praised Mayfield's leadership and toughness and noted his presence helps attract free agents, comparing it to having Tom Brady. The team is projected to have about $23 million in cap space for 2026 and emphasizes flexibility to extend players they want.
Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield says there isn’t a true beef with his former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski, despite a social-media jab, as Tampa Bay prepares for Stefanski‑led Atlanta in the NFC South twice this season. He notes they’ve worked together, downplays any vendetta, and says any revenge games stem from divisional play; Mayfield also reflects on his winding career path and the importance of the right fit and organizational support for success.
Baker Mayfield says there’s no real beef with Kevin Stefanski, stressing they’ve worked together in the past. The Buccaneers’ rivalry with Stefanski’s Falcons fuels motivation, but Mayfield says any divisional win is about reclaiming the NFC South, not revenge—beating Stefanski on the field would carry more weight than words.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are close to hiring Zac Robinson, the Falcons’ offensive coordinator and a former Rams quarterbacks coach, to run the offense and call plays for Baker Mayfield, replacing one-year OC Josh Grizzard. Robinson’s prior Rams/Maysfield connection and Falcons’ productive 2024 season position him as a quick-fit upgrade, and his hire would be Bowles’ fifth OC in as many seasons, potentially heightening the Bucs’ rivalry with Atlanta.
Franchise legend Joe Thomas publicly pushed back at Baker Mayfield after Mayfield targeted ex-Browns coach Kevin Stefanski, reviving a long-running feud tied to Mayfield’s 2022 trade. Thomas suggested Mayfield could have reached out, noting communication is a two-way street, while Mayfield has rebuilt his career with the Buccaneers and Stefanski has started anew in Atlanta, hinting at more NFC South drama to come.
Baker Mayfield stoked the Bucs-Falcons rivalry by clapping back at a Twitter jab about his Cleveland days, calling the critique a “reach” and underscoring his competitive fire as he heads into the matchup. The piece notes Mayfield’s career arc—from guiding the Browns to the 2020 postseason to stints with the Panthers and Buccaneers—and frames his swagger as adding extra spice to the Tampa Bay–Atlanta clash.
The Falcons’ new head coach Kevin Stefanski has spent 20 NFL seasons guiding talent with the Vikings and Browns, shaping notable players such as Kirk Cousins (Vikings 2018-19; OC in 2019; now under Falcons contract), Nick Chubb (Browns 2020-24; later with Texans), Baker Mayfield (Browns 2020-21; now with Buccaneers), Amari Cooper (Browns 2022-24; retired 2025) and Adam Thielen (Vikings 2014-22; retired 2025). The piece also notes honorable mentions like Joe Flacco, Dalvin Cook, Stefon Diggs, Kyle Rudolph and Joel Bitonio, highlighting Stefanski’s history of turning talent into production across his two NFL stops before joining Atlanta.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 2025 season saw a decline with an 8-9 record, led by quarterback Baker Mayfield who had a standout year with record-breaking performances and significant rushing yards, despite injuries. Teddy Bridgewater and Connor Bazelak served as backups, with the team planning for Mayfield's continuation in 2026 and a decision needed on Bridgewater's future.
The Panthers face linebacker shortages with Claudin Cherelus out, and are monitoring the health of key players like Rob Hunt and David Moore. Baker Mayfield is expected to play despite shoulder and knee injuries, demonstrating his toughness. The team is adjusting its lineup and preparing for the upcoming game amid these injury concerns.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost to the Miami Dolphins 20-17 but remain in playoff contention, facing a crucial game against the Panthers next week after a game marked by turnovers, missed opportunities, and strong performances by Mayfield and key players.
The article predicts that Baker Mayfield will perform well in the NFC South showdown between the Buccaneers and Panthers, with a focus on his passing yards and the Buccaneers covering the spread, emphasizing their offensive and defensive advantages and recent betting trends.