In a commanding performance on Monday night, Baker Mayfield showcased his skills against the Philadelphia Eagles, contributing to a significant victory for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Buccaneers secured a dominant 32-9 win in the Wild Card Round of the NFL playoffs at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
Mayfield’s stellar performance included completing 22 out of 36 passes for 337 yards, delivering three touchdowns and maintaining a clean record with no interceptions. As a result of leading his team to a postseason triumph, Mayfield earned an additional $250,000.
Despite cashing in on this incentive, Mayfield’s total earnings for the season remain below $7 million. It is an understatement to say that he has proven himself worthy of every penny.
Among NFL teams, the Buccaneers were the sole organization that provided Mayfield with an opportunity to start this year. The former No. 1 overall pick demonstrated his ability to win games and achieved career highs during the regular season, amassing 4,044 yards and throwing 28 touchdown passes. Mayfield’s resilience and toughness were also evident as he battled through injuries.
Following their decisive victory over the Eagles, the Buccaneers will now journey to Detroit to face the Lions in the Divisional Round. Considering the impressive performance of Jared Goff and his team in the previous win over the Los Angeles Rams, Mayfield is likely to need another stellar display for Tampa Bay to remain competitive.
Baker Mayfield’s consistent excellence is affirming that he is delivering value commensurate with the incentives in his contract.
