In Baker Mayfield’s love story, his now-wife, Emily, eventually said yes.

The MVP candidate showed that frustration on the field as the Lions beat the Buccaneers 24-9 on Monday, Oct. 20. And though it wasn't exactly directed at the Lions defense, Mayfield's frustration was emblematic of how much the Lions flummoxed him at all levels.

So how did Mayfield finally find his place in the NFL? Has anything changed beyond the fact that he's now winning more? Let's take a look back at the long and winding journey that Mayfield took to get to where he is today— in the MVP conversation.

Baker Mayfield is setting up a strong campaign to challenge the MVP frontrunners. But who else could spoil the plot?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke to the media after the Bucs' game against the Detroit Lions in Week 7 of the 2025 NFL Season. QB Mayfield discussed how much WR Mike Evans means to the team,

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield ripped on the officials after the loss to the Lions and is sure to get fined.

Baker Mayfield has called out the officiating after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 24-9 loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football. Having jumped out the blocks to a 5-1 record through

Baker Mayfield's NFL comeback in 2025 is mirrored by his enduring partnership with wife Emily Wilkinson. Since meeting in 2017, Emily, a content creator and entrepreneur, has been a constant support through his career changes.