Tampa Bay commits to Mayfield through 2029.

Tampa Bay has chosen continuity at quarterback. In a September 9 announcement, the Buccaneers said they had agreed with Baker Mayfield on a new four-year contract, including a three-year extension, running through the 2029 season. The team described it as the largest contract in franchise history.

What the agreement means

The deal covers four years in all, adding three seasons to the existing arrangement. It is not four extra years after the old contract expires. The September 9 announcement set the endpoint at 2029.

That gives Tampa Bay a quarterback around whom to plan. The work shifts to the supporting roster: what the Buccaneers can provide Mayfield, and how well those pieces fit over the life of the agreement.

What it does not settle

The detailed contract structure will matter when assessing what Tampa Bay can spend elsewhere. A headline total does not reveal annual cap charges or guarantees. The football commitment is clear; the cost of building around it requires a closer look at those terms.