CLEVELAND, Ohio — In the unforgiving world of professional football, pain isn’t just part of the game—it’s the baseline condition for players by mid-season.

This stark reality took center stage during Baker Mayfield’s recent media session, where the Tampa Bay quarterback delivered a brutally honest assessment about the physical toll of an NFL season.

When questioned about his health and how it’s affected his performance, Mayfield didn’t sugarcoat the situation.

“I mean, it’s middle of the season in the NFL. Nobody nobody feels good. It’s not an excuse. As a professional, you do everything you can to try and get as close to 100% and go from there.” Mayfield said.

This candid confession offers a rare glimpse behind the curtain of NFL toughness.

While fans see the highlight-reel plays on

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