Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge closer to agreeing Baker Mayfield deal despite looming free agency

Baker Mayfield played a key role in keeping Mike Evans at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – as speculation grows about a possible long-term deal for the quarterback.

Former first-round pick Mayfield had what’s widely viewed as his best season ever in the NFL after signing a one-year deal with the Buccaneers 12 months ago. This followed a challenging couple of years where he played for three different teams.