Baker Mayfield excited about long-term stability with Bucs

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TAMPA, Fla. -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield may have entered training camp with a new contract in hand, signing a three-year deal worth $100 million this offseason. But don't expect that to affect his motivation or perpetual chip on his shoulder.

Mayfield, who bounced around three different teams before finding a home with the Buccaneers and leading them to the playoffs last season, said he expects better play from himself now that he has long-term stability.

"My NFL career, has it been what I want it to be? No, but it's gotten me to this point to where I signed a long-term deal. When I settle in, good things happen," Mayfield said. "I know…