Cardinals safety Budda Baker brushed off trade speculation while wearing his annual Halloween costume at practice, saying he’s focused on Arizona’s game against Dallas. With the team struggling, a trade remains possible—but Baker’s long history with the franchise and the price Arizona would demand could keep him in town.

By the Numbers
  • Arizona is 2-5.
  • Baker is in his 10th season with the Cardinals, with eight Pro Bowl selections and two All-Pro honors.
  • The trade deadline is Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. ET.
Yes, But

A trade could bring Arizona valuable future draft picks, but Baker is a franchise fixture, and moving him could disappoint Cardinals fans. A deal would also likely require a strong offer for the 30-year-old safety.

State of Play
  • Baker remains with Arizona and says he’s focused on the present.
  • Trade rumors have surfaced before; Baker reportedly requested a trade in 2023 before signing a long-term contract with the team.
What's Next

Arizona can trade Baker before the deadline, but no deal is certain. For now, he’s preparing to face the Cowboys.

Bottom Line

Baker’s future is uncertain, but his message is simple: he’s focused on football—not the trade chatter.