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That's how close Baker Mayfield is to a long-term deal with the Buccaneers. The team is 27-24 (plus two playoff wins) with him. He's still only 31.

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Mayfield nearing long-term Buccaneers deal with strong leverage at 31

Baker Mayfield is very close to signing a long-term deal with the Buccaneers. The team is 27-24 (plus two playoff wins) with him as their starter, and he is still only 31 years old, suggesting he has multiple productive seasons ahead and strong contract leverage.

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