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PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network fantasy football takes on Baker Mayfield
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network about Baker Mayfield.
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All PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network insights about Baker Mayfield
PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Coach Retzlaff expresses hope that Baker Mayfield will play with a 'chip and an edge' following his contract extension.PositiveProjectionSep 4, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ranked as the QB11 for Week 1 against Cincinnati. He has finished as a QB1 in three consecutive seasons and is playing in a game with the highest point total on the slate. His ranking depends on the health of pass-catcher Mecha Abuka.PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026
Baker Mayfield is reported to be fully healthy after playing through a sprained PCL and MCL last season. Mello notes Mayfield's history as an MVP candidate through six weeks in 2026 and his 4,500-yard, 41-touchdown season in 2024, suggesting he will continue to pepper Chris Godwin with targets.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
Matt Kelley expects a bounce-back year for Baker Mayfield, who is playing for a new contract. Despite a late-season slump last year due to injuries, Mayfield showed high-end QB1 potential earlier in the season. Kelley projects a season similar to his 2022 performance (4,000 yards, 28 TDs) as a realistic baseline.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
Baker Mayfield was acquired in a trade for Daniel Jones and is viewed as a great asset for the team.NegativeValueAug 6, 2026
Baker Mayfield is identified as one of the last quarterbacks in superflex drafts that Applepay. Apply feels comfortable starting. He is considered a solid, reliable option to pair with another quarterback to avoid the 'dead zone' of late-round starters.NegativeValueAug 5, 2026
The source notes that Baker Mayfield is among the players whose training camp news is impacting dynasty values.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Despite playing through a sprained MCL and PCL from Week 2 onward last season, Baker Mayfield finished as the QB12 and was the QB3 in 2024. He is currently a screaming value as the QB17, and with the excitement surrounding Tampa Bay's weapons like Chris Godwin, Emeka Egbuka, and Jalen McMillan, Mayfield is being overlooked.NegativeInjuryAug 5, 2026
The source notes that Mayfield's arm injury last season was more severe than publicly acknowledged, evidenced by him wearing a sleeve in practice and games to hide the fact that his throwing arm was black and blue before he even appeared on the injury report.PositiveProjectionAug 5, 2026
Derek Brown defends Baker Mayfield's outlook, noting his 4,500-yard, 41-touchdown pace in 2024 and his MVP-caliber start in 2025. Brown emphasizes that Mayfield's performance was hampered by significant, hidden injuries, suggesting his true ceiling is higher than recent perception.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Baker Mayfield's trajectory is cited as cautionary; he scratched 5000 yards two years ago, was an MVP candidate last year, but then injuries derailed his season, landing him at QB12 this year. Joe Pisapia uses Mayfield as an example of quarterback volatility and unpredictability in the context of why the QB position is deep this year.PositiveProjectionJun 15, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ranked back-to-back with Dak Prescott and Jared Goff as a quality quarterback option in the 6th round range.PositiveProjectionJun 12, 2026
The key questions for Baker Mayfield going forward are whether he can stay healthy and clean up his decision-making, which are always concerns for a 6-foot tall quarterback.PositiveUsageJun 12, 2026
Baker Mayfield used his legs significantly more last year than ever before, showing additional upside beyond his arm talent.PositiveRoleJun 12, 2026
Baker Mayfield battled through injuries and had an offensive line that didn't do him many favors, with a rotating arsenal of wide receivers dealing with injuries throughout the season.PositiveProjectionJun 12, 2026
Baker Mayfield is placed in the 'good' tier just behind Trevor Lawrence, with the analyst noting lots of ups and downs last year, including turnover-worthy plays that regressed to the mean mid-season.PositiveValueJun 12, 2026
Baker Mayfield is a safe QB two option in round six with a strong floor (250-320 rushing yards) and ceiling potential, posting 22, 19, 17, 18, 24, 19 PPG to start 2025 before injury.NegativeProjectionJun 8, 2026
Analyst has seen regression from Baker Mayfield due to injuries and his hard-playing style that doesn't avoid contact, making him less attractive than Matt Stafford's one-year top-five potential despite personal fandom.PositiveValueJun 7, 2026
Baker Mayfield was drafted in the 500s range in a dynasty startup, after Cam Ward was selected at 509.NegativeProjectionJun 5, 2026
Host notes Baker Mayfield came down significantly last season, especially in the back half, which contributed to the entire Buccaneers offense struggling.PositiveProjectionJun 4, 2026
Baker Mayfield is in a similar conversation with Dak Prescott in dynasty, though the analyst believes there is a genuine tier gap between Dak and Baker.PositiveValueNo date
The source prefers Baker Mayfield over Tyler Shuck, noting he had a great season last year before injury. The Buccaneers have resupplied the offense with Jalen McMillan and Ted Hurst investment, maintaining a good offensive environment despite Mike Evans' departure.NegativeProjectionNo date
Matt Kelley notes that Baker Mayfield looked phenomenal to start last year but was playing hurt. Mayfield doesn't have the touch and accuracy that Brock Purdy has, though Mayfield is more athletically gifted, has a stronger arm, and can move around better. Kelley prefers Purdy's accuracy for Evans' situation.PositiveValueNo date
Baker Mayfield dropped from quarterback seven ADP in 2025 to quarterback 19 in 2026 despite finishing as quarterback 12 last season while dealing with a sprained MCL and PCL from week two onward. The source views him as a bounce-back candidate and value pick, especially in two-quarterback, super flex, or best ball leagues. He retains rushing ability and was healthy enough to be a top-12 finisher despite injury limitations, making his current ADP a potential steal.