Yahoo Sports NFL on Baker Mayfield

Article2026 NFL QB RankingsSeptember 11, 2026

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Baker earned himself another extension in Tampa after a solid season. But Mayfield definitely faded towards the end of the year last year, and he needs to play more like he did the first half of the season if the Bucs are going to win a very winnable division this year.

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Mayfield ranked #16 QB; late-season fade threatens Bucs' division hopes.

Ranked #16 in 2026 preseason QB rankings. Declan Doyle notes Mayfield earned himself another extension in Tampa after a solid season, but definitely faded towards the end of the year and needs to play more like he did the first half of the season if the Bucs are going to win a very winnable division.