Budda Baker’s return to the Arizona Cardinals has created quite a stir in town. On April 14th, 2023, Ian Rapoport tweeted a video of Baker with the caption, “This is Budda Baker.” The video has captured the attention of many, as it draws a compelling connection to the upcoming season. The video effectively highlights the emotional toll of the Cardinals’ previous season, especially their demoralizing defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles on October 9th, 2022. The locker room was fraught with tension, making it a challenging time for the team. However, with Baker’s return, there’s renewed hope for a better outcome this season.
Trade rumors swirl as Baker’s frustration viral
In the recently tweeted video of Budda Baker, the Arizona Cardinals’ Pro Bowl safety, passionately expressing his frustration with his teammates. In the footage, Baker’s impassioned voice rings out as he implores his team to step up their game. He shouts, “We need to step the f*** up! All of us! Step the f*** up! Work harder, f****** recover! Watch more film! I’m tired of losing! It hurts my heart! I’m tired of losing at home!”
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This is Budda Baker. https://t.co/N7sNCLWCMY
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 14, 2023
Baker’s emotional outburst was an attempt to rally his team and inspire them to work harder. He implored his teammates to come together and turn their season around. “We need to get this together. Come on! Let’s go, man! I love y’all, boys, man! Let’s go, man! Come on; I’m f****** tired! Let’s go!”
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Despite Baker’s efforts, the Cardinals continued to struggle throughout the season. They finished with a dismal record of 4 wins and 13 losses, including a humiliating 7-game losing streak.
Is Arizona Cardinals Budda Baker on the move? Trade request rumors.
In the aftermath of the season, reports emerged that Baker had requested a trade from the team. Additionally, Baker has removed any mention of Arizona from his social media bio and changed his profile picture.
Cardinals’ Pro-Bowl safety Budda Baker now has requested that Arizona trade him, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 14, 2023
Soon after the news broke out, Budda took to Twitter to express his appreciation for the Cardinal fans, stating “Love you Cardinal fans!!!” It’s worth noting that athletes often resort to changing their social media profiles as a means of conveying their intentions, and it’s not uncommon for players to request trades. As a professional athlete, Budda’s desire for a trade could have significant implications for both him and his team.
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Love you cardinal fans!!!
— Budda Baker (@Buddabaker3) April 14, 2023
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Budda is undoubtedly one of the most exceptional football players. He is an absolute tackling machine. It’s unsurprising that he’s a top-tier player, with unparalleled versatility. Budda is not just a great player, but he’s also a natural leader. He’s a player who motivates and sets a positive example for his teammates, igniting their inspiration. With his request for a trade, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Budda and the Arizona Cardinals.
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