but he would not accept as big the pay cut that the team he was acquiring would have preferred.
Baker Mayfield Salary
Joseph Person and Zac Jackson of The Athletic shared some details on Friday concerning the two-month negotiations which eventually led to Mayfield being transferred away from his former team,
the Cleveland Browns to the Panthers. Mayfield was initially due $18.8 million in 2022 which was the last year in his contract as a rookie.
All the money was guaranteed, however, Mayfield, who was the previous No. one overall pick was willing to join $3.5 million towards incentives for Carolina.
The Panthers reported that they demanded Mayfield accept the pay cut of $7 million. He refused.
Baker Mayfield Salary
Mayfield will still be able to earn the total $18.8 million through certain incentives, such as the possibility of a Pro Bowl selection or the Panthers reaching the playoffs.
If the Panthers really believe in Mayfield as a quarterback who can be a starter and are satisfied with the contract.
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playoffs or make it to it to the Pro Bowl, they will be willing to pay an additional $3.5 million.