Baker Mayfield's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Baker Mayfield. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Baker Mayfield is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He gained prominence playing college football for Texas Tech and Oklahoma, notably winning the Heisman Trophy in 2017 as the first walk-on player to achieve this honor. Mayfield was drafted first overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2018 NFL Draft. His professional career has been marked by both high expectations and challenges.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1961: Fran Tarkenton's Debut

In Week 3 against the New York Jets in 2018, Baker Mayfield became the first player since Fran Tarkenton in 1961 to come off the bench in his debut, throw for more than 200 yards, and lead his team to its first win of the season.

1994: End of Browns Playoff Victory Drought

In 2020, Baker Mayfield led the Cleveland Browns to their first playoff victory since 1994.

1999: Kingsbury Named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week

In 1999, Kliff Kingsbury became the first freshman Texas Tech quarterback to be named Big 12 Conference Offensive Player of the Week, since Baker Mayfield in 2013.

1999: Tim Couch Receives Honor

In 1999, Tim Couch was the first Cleveland quarterback to receive the PFWA All-Rookie honor, Baker Mayfield became the second in 2018.

2001: Tim Couch's Last Season

In 2001, Tim Couch was the last Cleveland Browns QB to start all 16 games in a season until Baker Mayfield in 2019.

2002: End of Browns Playoff Drought

In 2020, Baker Mayfield led the Browns to their first playoff appearance since 2002.

2011: Won 4A State Championship

In 2011, Baker Mayfield led Lake Travis High School to a 4A State Championship.

2013: Named Big 12 Freshman Offensive Player of the Year

In 2013, Baker Mayfield earned Big 12 Conference Freshman Offensive Player of the Year. He subsequently announced his departure from the Texas Tech program due to a "miscommunication" with the coaching staff.

2015: Finished Fourth in Heisman Voting

In 2015, Baker Mayfield finished the year with 3,700 passing yards, 36 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, leading him to a fourth-place finish in voting for the Heisman Trophy. He also helped lead Oklahoma to the 2015 Orange Bowl, where they lost to Clemson.

2015: Browns First Away Win Since 2015

In Week 11, Baker Mayfield led the Browns to their first away win since 2015, against the Cincinnati Bengals.

December 2016: Heisman Trophy Finalist

In December 2016, Baker Mayfield was announced as a finalist for the 2016 Heisman Trophy, along with Dede Westbrook. They were also announced to play in the 2017 Sugar Bowl.

November 4, 2017: School-High Passing Yards Against Oklahoma State

On November 4, 2017, Baker Mayfield threw for a school-high 598 yards against Oklahoma State, finishing with five passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown in a 62-52 victory. He completed his career 3-0 as the starting Oklahoma quarterback in the Bedlam Series.

December 2, 2017: Big 12 Championship Win

On December 2, 2017, Baker Mayfield led Oklahoma to its third straight Big 12 championship, defeating TCU 41-17. He won MVP honors as Oklahoma clinched a second playoff berth in three years.

December 9, 2017: Won the Heisman Trophy

On December 9, 2017, Baker Mayfield won the 2017 Heisman Trophy with a sweeping majority, becoming the first and only walk-on player to ever win the award.

2017: Heisman Trophy Winner

In 2017, Baker Mayfield won the Heisman Trophy while playing college football for the Oklahoma Sooners, becoming the first walk-on player to ever win the award.

2017: Finished Third in Heisman Voting

In December 2016, it was announced that Mayfield would be a finalist for the 2016 Heisman Trophy. Mayfield ended up finishing third in the Heisman voting in 2017.

2017: Rule Change Made Mayfield Eligible

In June 2016, the Big 12 approved an amended rule proposal, making Baker Mayfield eligible to play for Oklahoma through the 2017 season.

2017: Sugar Bowl MVP

In the 2017 Sugar Bowl, Baker Mayfield led the Sooners to a 35-19 victory over Auburn and earned the MVP award with 296 passing yards and two touchdowns.

2018: Offensive Rookie of the Year

In 2018, Baker Mayfield was considered a favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year, but the award was won by Saquon Barkley. Mayfield was also named 2018 PFWA All-Rookie, the second Cleveland quarterback to receive this honor since 1999.

2019: Top 100 Players list

In 2019, Baker Mayfield's peers named him the 50th best player in the league, one spot behind teammate Myles Garrett.

2020: 2020 Season and Playoff Berth

In 2020, Baker Mayfield helped the Browns clinch their first winning season since 2007 and their first playoff berth since 2002. He finished the 2020 regular season with an 11–5 record.

2020: Led Browns to Playoffs

In 2020, Baker Mayfield led the Cleveland Browns to their first playoff appearance since 2002 and their first playoff victory since 1994.

2021: NFL Top 100 Players of 2021

In 2021, Baker Mayfield was ranked 71st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

December 6, 2022: Mayfield Claimed by Rams

On December 6, 2022, Baker Mayfield was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Rams after Matthew Stafford's injury, and he led a game-winning 98-yard drive with only two days to learn the playbook.

2023: Joined the Buccaneers

Ahead of the 2023 season, Baker Mayfield joined the Buccaneers, leading the team to two consecutive division titles and a playoff victory. He also earned Pro Bowl honors and set career highs in consecutive years.