Budda Baker

Budda Baker has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Fantasy Impact

Baker was placed in concussion protocol to begin the week. The Cardinals starting defense takes another hit with an ugly season coming to an end.

Cardinals S Budda Baker entered the NFL’s concussion protocol.

Fantasy Impact

Baker reported concussion-like symptoms in practice this week. He will likely be sidelined in Week 17 against the Bengals.

The Arizona Cardinals signed S Budda Baker to a three-year, $54 million contract extension.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes $30 million guaranteed. The $18 million APY deal is the largest third contract for a safety in NFL history. Baker had been in the middle of trade rumors dating back to last season. The All-Pro will remain with the Cardinals for at least three more years.

Budda Baker (hamstring) has been activated from Arizona's injured reserve and is expected to play in Week 7.

Fantasy Impact

Baker has been on injured reserve ever since Week 1, but he's finally getting activated and is expected to play in Week 7. He has looked healthy at practice, and the team will welcome his return in what will be a tough divisional matchup against the Seahawks on Sunday. His presence will offer a big boost to this defense for the rest of the season, assuming he stays healthy.

Budda Baker (hamstring) is questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Fantasy Impact

Baker went on IR because of a hamstring injury and hasn't played since Week 1 because of it, but the team designated him to return this week and he was able to practice. He's now officially questionable for Sunday's game, and the team will make a decision about his availability closer to game time. His return to this defense would offer them a massive boost in a tough divisional matchup against the Seahawks.