Baker Mayfield: QB's future with the Cleveland Browns seems uncertain, but advocacy for man on death row wins plaudits

The 2021 season has been a pivotal one for Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, both on and off the field.

A No. 1 overall pick in 2018, he has helped transform the franchise from bottom-dwelling strugglers to playoff qualifiers through a combination of his toughness and leadership.

However, he and the team have struggled maintaining consistency on the field, casting doubts about whether the team will opt to offer him a new long-term contract.