Budda Baker

American Football Player, Pro Bowl Safety

Budda Baker - American Football Player, Pro Bowl Safety
Born

January 10th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional football player played as a safety in the National Football League (NFL) for the Arizona Cardinals. Started career after being selected in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Established reputation for athleticism and playmaking ability in the defensive backfield. Achieved recognition as a key member of the Cardinals' defense and made multiple Pro Bowl selections during tenure.

Selected for the Pro Bowl multiple times

Played for the Arizona Cardinals since 2017

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