FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Baker Mayfield

PodcastFantasy Football Mock Draft | Expert SUPERFLEX Strategy, Picks & Round-by-Round...June 3, 2026

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I don't feel like there's much fantasy drop off between a Baker Mayfield and a Brock Purdy who went in round three... I think Emeka Ibuka takes a big step forward.

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Baker Mayfield is a solid pick in the fifth round, with little fantasy drop-off compared to Brock Purdy, and he has exciting weapons like Emeka Ibuka.

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Baker MayfieldNegativeProjection

Mayfield's extension not rewarded; 0 passing TDs, costly fumble in Week 1 loss

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Baker MayfieldNegativeUsage

Mayfield posted career-high three lost fumbles in Week 1, major ball-security red flag.

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Baker MayfieldNegativeProjection

Mayfield failed to capitalize on favorable Bengals matchup with marginal 216 yards, no TDs.

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Baker MayfieldNegativeUsage

Mayfield's 3 fumbles in Week 1 are anomaly, not trend.

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Baker MayfieldNegativeMatchup

Mayfield forced 4 fumbles against Bengals' revamped defense in season opener.

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Baker MayfieldNegativeMatchup

Mayfield's fumbles fueled Bengals' defensive TD surge in Week 1 loss

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