Budda Baker, the cornerstone of the Arizona Cardinals' defense, is entering his ninth season after being drafted in the second round of the 2017 draft. Following a season where he started all 17 games, Baker was voted co-MVP alongside teammate James Conner. Baker tallied a remarkable 164 tackles, leading the team, with impressive stats including 10 tackles for loss, two sacks, and a Pro Bowl selection for the seventh time.

In December 2024, Baker secured a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the Cardinals through 2027, affirming his significant role in the team's future. As the offseason progresses, fans and fantasy players alike are eager to see how Baker's consistent performance and leadership will shape the Cardinals' defensive strategy in the upcoming season.