Bucs Quarterback Baker Mayfield Announces Second Pregnancy
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has revealed some exciting personal news, announcing that he and his wife, Emily, are expecting their second child. The couple confirmed this week that Emily is pregnant, with their new addition due to arrive in April 2026.
A Private Family Moment and a Public Revelation
The Mayfields chose to share their happy news with a private gender reveal for their immediate family. Photos from the intimate event showed the couple cutting into a cake that was blue on the inside, confirming they are expecting a baby boy. This will be the couple's first son; they already have a daughter, Kova Jade, who was born in April 2024.
Emily Mayfield took to social media to express their joy, writing, 'New addition coming April 2026, and we couldn’t feel luckier.' The news was also celebrated by the Buccaneers organisation, which posted on Instagram: 'We can’t wait to welcome the newest Mayfield to our Krewe. Congratulations, Baker and Emily!'
Mayfield's Humorous Take on Fatherhood and Football
Baker Mayfield spoke about the pregnancy news with his characteristic humour during a media session on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. When asked if he would let his son follow in his footsteps and play football, the quarterback had a relaxed outlook.
'Do whatever you want,' Mayfield stated. 'My parents didn't want me to play football at a certain point. If a kid wants to do something, you just encourage them to do whatever they want to do. And obviously try and handle that the best way.'
He then jokingly added, 'But I'm going to have a little s***head on my hands! That's karma.' This light-hearted comment, acknowledging his own mischievous past, quickly gained attention on social media.
The quarterback, who has been married to Emily since 2019 after being introduced by a mutual friend two years prior, has previously confessed that 'dirty diapers are not [his] specialty,' suggesting he might have his hands full with two young children.
Amidst the family celebrations, Mayfield is preparing for the Buccaneers' upcoming primetime game against the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday. However, his preparations hit a minor snag as he was one of several Tampa Bay players who were limited in practice on Wednesday due to illness.
