Baker Mayfield's wife is Emily Patricia Wilkinson, a model, influencer, and co-founder of the Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation. Born four years before the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, Emily is the older half of one of the NFL's most talked-about couples. The pair met in 2017, married in 2019, and have since welcomed two children together. From a sceptical first impression to a thriving family of four, their story is anything but ordinary.
Baker Mayfield's wife, Emily Wilkinson, and their children
Baker Mayfield's wife, Emily Wilkinson, and their children. Photo by Emily (Wilkinson) Mayfield Source: Instagram
Key takeaways
Emily Patricia Wilkinson was born on 4 April 1991 in Omaha, Nebraska — making her four years older than Baker.
The couple married on 6 July 2019 at a ranch in Malibu, California, after a whirlwind six-month engagement.
They are parents to daughter Kova Jade (born April 2024) and son Maverick Thorne (born 16 April 2026).
Baker's only known ex-girlfriend before Emily was Morgan Mayberry, whom he dated during his time at Oklahoma.
Baker's net worth is estimated at $40–$50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Yahoo Finance, and Pro Football Network.
Profile summary
Emily Wilkinson Baker Mayfield
Full name Emily Patricia Wilkinson Baker Reagan Mayfield
Date of birth 4 April 1991 14 April 1995
Age 35 31
Birthplace Omaha, Nebraska, USA Austin, Texas, USA
Nationality American American
Education University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Business Administration, 2013) University of Oklahoma
Occupation Model, influencer, philanthropist NFL quarterback
Current team — Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Married 6 July 2019 6 July 2019
Children Kova Jade Mayfield; Maverick Thorne Mayfield Kova Jade Mayfield; Maverick Thorne Mayfield
Instagram @emilywmayfield —
Is Baker Mayfield's wife older than him?
Baker was born in April 1995, which means that Emily is four years older. Born Emily Patricia Wilkinson on 4 April 1991, in Omaha, Nebraska, she was already a university graduate and working professionally in Los Angeles by the time Baker was finishing his college career at Oklahoma.
The age difference does not appear to affect their relationship, and they have built a strong bond.
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Emily's early life and education
An alumna of Lincoln Southwest High School, Emily pursued a degree in Business Administration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, graduating in 2013.
After graduating from college, Wilkinson moved to Los Angeles and began working as a patient coordinator at a plastic surgery centre in Beverly Hills.
She is the daughter of Dave and Lori Wilkinson of Nebraska — her father is a businessman and her mother has been a homemaker. Emily grew up alongside three siblings: Sammy, Annie, and Benny Wilkinson. Her brother Sammy made a name for himself on the social media app Vine and has since embarked on a career in the music industry.
What does Baker Mayfield's wife do for a living?
Wilkinson is known for her modelling work, having appeared in magazines such as Sports Illustrated and Maxim.
She previously worked at Galanis Plastic Surgery as a patient coordinator in Beverly Hills before quitting her "favourite job ever" to move to Cleveland after Baker was drafted No. 1 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Emily now has 236,000 followers on Instagram, where she shares lifestyle content, family updates, and brand partnerships.
She also co-founded the non-profit Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation alongside her husband.
Progressive Insurance commercials
Emily also stepped into television advertising. She and Baker were featured in a campaign titled "At Home with Baker Mayfield" for Progressive Insurance, which made the Cleveland Browns stadium their fictional home. When Baker left Cleveland, the popular ads with the Ohio insurer were discontinued.
How did Baker Mayfield meet Emily?
The story of how Baker Mayfield met his wife is one of the NFL's great romance tales — and it nearly didn't happen at all.
The quarterback and his future wife, who is from Nebraska, were introduced in 2017 by a mutual friend. At the time, Wilkinson was living in Los Angeles. She says she was wary of dating a "punk football player" and ignored Mayfield's advances for months.
He began following and unfollowing her on Instagram repeatedly, trying to attract her attention.
"I was assuming he'd be the typical playboy athlete." —Emily Wilkinson, via ESPN/Mina Kimes
Finally, in late December, they exchanged messages. He begged her to meet him before the Rose Bowl — his final college football game. She reluctantly agreed to grab lunch.
Things moved very quickly after that long-awaited first date. They were living together (along with Wilkinson's brothers) within a week, and engaged within six months.
From engagement to wedding
Baker and Emily made their public debut as a couple in January 2018 at a Los Angeles Clippers game. In June 2018, the pair announced their engagement.
Wilkinson and Mayfield tied the knot at a ranch in Malibu, California, in July 2019.
"A year ago today, you asked me to spend forever with you, and next weekend we officially say 'I do.' I am truly the luckiest girl in the world." —Emily Wilkinson, via social media, reported by FanBuzz
Baker Mayfield's ex-girlfriend: who is Morgan Mayberry?
Before Emily, Mayfield leaned on his girlfriend at the time, Morgan Mayberry, along with his family to help him stay grounded during his college career.
Photos with Mayberry first started to appear on Mayfield's Instagram account in September 2016, suggesting the couple met during their time together at Oklahoma. While Mayfield frequently posted photos of the couple, little was known about Mayberry, who preferred to keep a low profile.
Their relationship ended before the 2018 NFL Draft, after which Mayfield was spotted with model Emily Wilkinson.
Baker and Emily Mayfield's children
Kova Jade Mayfield
The couple wed in July 2019 and welcomed their daughter, Kova Jade, in April 2024.
Emily announced the birth on Instagram Stories, writing: "Baby girl joined us Tuesday night just before 7:30pm. She is truly everything we prayed for, and more. We're enjoying life as a family of 4 – Fergus is so gentle & curious, Daddy is so smitten, and Mama wants to pause time & make these days last forever."
Emily later told the Tampa Bay Times about Baker's reaction to fatherhood: "It's very sweet, and he is wrapped around her finger. But now that she's giggling and staring at him... he's so screwed when that happens."
Maverick Thorne Mayfield
Baker Mayfield and Emily announced in November 2025 they were expecting their second child — a boy — in a joint Instagram post. The couple broke the news with a gender reveal photoshoot, slicing a cake with blue coloring to indicate a baby boy.
"New addition coming April 2026, and we couldn't feel luckier." —Baker and Emily Mayfield, Instagram, via ESPN
The couple confirmed their son's arrival in April 2026, naming him Maverick Thorne Mayfield.
Latest news
The biggest recent news for the Mayfield family is the birth of Maverick Thorne in April 2026, completing the family of four that Baker and Emily had long hoped for. Baker told Sports Illustrated in an interview on behalf of Every Man Jack: "Our daughter's going to be two in April, and we were both hoping for a boy on the first go around. But then when we had our daughter — I mean, I'm wrapped around her finger, so it was life-changing."
On the pitch, since coming to Tampa Bay, Mayfield led the team to back-to-back NFC South titles and posted 41 touchdown passes in 2024. He is under a three-year, $165 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, tying his professional peak to what is clearly an equally fulfilling chapter in his personal life.
Baker Mayfield's net worth
Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on during warm ups prior to the game at Paycor Stadium on September 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on during warm ups prior to the game at Paycor Stadium on September 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photo by Jeff Dean Source: Getty Images
Baker Mayfield is an American professional football player with an estimated net worth of $50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Yahoo Finance estimates his net worth at at least $40 million in 2025, based on his NFL career earnings, investments, and endorsement deals.
His main income sources include:
NFL salary — a three-year, $165 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Endorsements — major companies including Nissan, Popeyes, Uber Eats, and Hulu
Broadcasting and commercial work — including past campaigns with Progressive Insurance
Philanthropy — co-founding the Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation
FAQs
Is Baker Mayfield's wife older than him? Yes — Emily was born in April 1991, making her four years older than Baker, who was born in April 1995.
How did Baker Mayfield meet Emily Wilkinson? They were introduced by a mutual friend in 2017, after which Baker repeatedly followed and unfollowed Emily on Instagram to attract her attention. She eventually agreed to lunch before his Rose Bowl appearance.
When did Baker Mayfield and Emily get married? They married at a ranch in Malibu, California, in July 2019.
What does Emily Wilkinson do for a living? She is a model and influencer who has appeared in Sports Illustrated and Maxim. She also co-founded the Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation.
Who was Baker Mayfield's ex-girlfriend? His girlfriend before Emily was Morgan Mayberry, who supported him during his time at Oklahoma. The relationship ended before the 2018 NFL Draft.
How many children do Baker and Emily Mayfield have? Two. Daughter Kova Jade was born in April 2024. Son Maverick Thorne Mayfield arrived in April 2026.
What is Baker Mayfield's net worth? His net worth is estimated at $50 million by Celebrity Net Worth.
Where is Emily Wilkinson from? Emily Patricia Wilkinson was born on 4 April 1991 in Omaha, Nebraska.
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