History of Budda Baker in Timeline

Budda Baker is a prominent American football safety currently playing for the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL. He was drafted by the Cardinals in 2017 after playing college football at the University of Washington. A highly accomplished player, Baker has earned recognition as a seven-time Pro Bowler and a four-time All-Pro selection, highlighting his consistent excellence and impact on the field.

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January 10, 1996: Budda Baker's Birth

On January 10, 1996, Bishard "Budda" Baker was born. He is now a professional football safety for the Arizona Cardinals.

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2014: Freshman Season at Washington

In 2014, as a true freshman at Washington, Baker started all 14 games and recorded 80 tackles, one interception, and one sack.

2015: All-Pac-12 Conference Selection

In 2015, as a sophomore, Budda Baker started 12 of 13 games and was named All-Pac-12 Conference after recording 49 tackles and two interceptions.

2016: All-American Honors

In 2016, Budda Baker earned consensus All-American honors following the season.

January 3, 2017: Declaration for the NFL Draft

On January 3, 2017, Budda Baker announced his decision to enter the 2017 NFL draft, forgoing his senior season at Washington.

November 19, 2017: First Career Start

On November 19, 2017, Budda Baker earned his first career start for the Cardinals and recorded a season-high 13 combined tackles and his first career sack.

December 19, 2017: Selected for 2018 Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, Budda Baker was named to the 2018 Pro Bowl as a special teamer.

2017: Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals

In 2017, Budda Baker was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the second round of the NFL draft.

2017: Drafted into the NFL

In 2017, the Arizona Cardinals selected Budda Baker in the second round (36th overall) of the NFL Draft after trading up with the Chicago Bears.

January 1, 2018: Bruce Arians Announces Retirement

On January 1, 2018, Bruce Arians announced his retirement as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals.

January 22, 2018: Steve Wilks Hired as Head Coach

On January 22, 2018, the Cardinals announced their decision to hire Steve Wilks as their new head coach.

2018: Pro Bowl and All-Pro Honors

In 2018, Budda Baker's Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors as a rookie were recognized.

2018: Brother's Death

In 2018, Budda Baker's older brother, Robert, died after being shot in Seattle.

2019: Leads team in tackles, selected to Pro Bowl

In 2019, Budda Baker finished with a half-sack, 147 total tackles, six passes defended, and one forced fumble and was named to his second Pro Bowl.

August 25, 2020: Signs Contract Extension

On August 25, 2020, Budda Baker signed a four-year, $59 million extension with the Cardinals, becoming the highest-paid safety in NFL history at the time.