Baker Mayfield’s wild joke about his 2017 arrest leaves Peyton and Eli Manning speechless

Baker Mayfield gave fans a big laugh on Monday night. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback joined Peyton Manning and Eli Manning on ESPN’s “ManningCast,” where he made a funny joke about his 2017 arrest.

It happened while the Mannings showed a Week 6 highlight of Baker running with the ball to avoid defenders.As the clip played, Baker Mayfield smiled and said, “I tried that once in Fayetteville, Arkansas, it didn’t go too well.” The Mannings burst out laughing, and so did viewers at home. The joke was about Baker’s old arrest in 2017, when he played for the Oklahoma Sooners. He was arrested for public intoxication and resisting arrest at that time, but later completed community service and an education program.The moment went viral soon after the show. Sports sites like TMZ Sports, NFL.com, and Sports Illustrated shared the clip, calling it one of the funniest moments of the season. Fans online said it showed how Baker Mayfield can laugh at his past and still stay confident on camera.

Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, and Baker Mayfield share laughs over Week 6 play

During the “ManningCast,” Peyton Manning asked Baker about his running skills. Eli Manning teased him about how fast he looked during the Week 6 game.

Baker grinned and made the Fayetteville joke right then, making the brothers crack up again.The highlight they showed came from the Buccaneers’ Week 6 matchup, where Baker escaped pressure and ran for a first down. It was a big moment for the team and showed how much his movement and decision-making have improved this season. Baker has been playing strong football and helping the Bucs stay competitive in the NFC South.

After the joke, the Mannings and Baker Mayfield kept the chat light and fun. They talked about how quarterbacks make quick choices, when to stay in the pocket, and when to take off running. Baker spoke about learning from experience and always keeping his cool on the field.Fans loved seeing this side of him, confident, funny, and honest. Many said it made Baker more likable because he didn’t hide from his past; instead, he turned it into a laugh.Clips of the show quickly spread on social media, showing Baker Mayfield’s charm and humor. It was another classic “ManningCast” moment that mixed football talk with fun stories.Also Read: Joe Burrow Injury Update: Insiders Hint At Possible Comeback Timeline As The Cincinnati Bengals Struggle