High marks for Tampa Bay’s signal caller.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield earned the No. 50 spot on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2025, as voted by his peers, marking a significant milestone in his resurgent career. The ranking, revealed Monday morning, reflects Mayfield’s standout 2024 season, where he led the Buccaneers to a 9-8 record and a playoff berth.
Top 100 Players of 2025:@Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield checks in at No. 50! @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/xr2ebkixfz
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Mayfield, 30, threw for 4,044 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, showcasing improved decision-making and leadership. His performance earned him his first Pro Bowl nod and solidified his role as Tampa Bay’s franchise quarterback after signing a three-year, $100 million extension.
“Yeah, Baker is a competitor, man,” said San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy in the video above. “He’s one of those guys that you know any time he’s on the field, he’s gonna elevate everybody else’s game around him and make some crazy plays.”
The NFL Top 100, compiled annually, highlights the league’s elite based on player votes. Mayfield’s rise from an unranked position last year underscores his redemption arc after bouncing between teams earlier in his career.