Budda Baker Signs Three-Year Contract Extension

Xavier McKinney is proving to be an exceptional acquisition for the Green Bay Packers, leading the league with seven interceptions and on track for an All-Pro selection in his first season. The Packers signed McKinney to a four-year, $68 million deal, which now appears to be a bargain compared to Budda Baker's recent three-year, $54 million extension with the Arizona Cardinals. Baker's contract, which includes $30 million guaranteed, solidifies his status as one of the highest-paid safeties in the league, with a strong performance this season including 142 tackles. Despite Baker’s impressive stats, McKinney's performance has outshone him this year, making the Packers’ investment look even better. Baker, a staple of the Cardinals since 2017, has made multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections, and his new deal ensures he will remain with the team through the 2027 season. Both players highlight the evolving market for top-tier safeties as teams invest heavily in defensive talent.