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Cardinals may trade Budda Baker amid struggling season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 12:24 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Cardinals may trade Budda Baker amid struggling season

Summary

The Arizona Cardinals, currently 1-4 this season, face a challenging match against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 6, with defensive coordinator Nick Rallis acknowledging defensive struggles. Budda Baker, an eight-time Pro Bowl safety, may be traded as the team's direction changes. NFL insider Ari Meirov suggests Baker’s lack of guaranteed money makes him a candidate for a move ahead of the November 10 trade deadline. Despite his strong performance with 11 tackles and a sack against the Lions, the Cardinals’ overall performance raises questions about the future of several players, including Baker.

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•Cardinals are 1-4 heading into Week 6 against the Rams.
•Baker led the defense with 11 tackles and a sack last week.
•Team may consider trading Baker before the November 10 deadline.
•Baker's contract has no guaranteed money, increasing trade likelihood.
•Rumors suggest Cardinals could engage teams like the Bears.

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12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals rumors: Arizona given gets coin-flip chances to trade Budda Baker

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Rookie coach Mike LaFleur’s Arizona Cardinals are 1-4 on the season and ailing badly as Jeremiyah Love was ruled out for Week 6’s game against the Los Angeles Rams . Cardinals defensive coordinator Nick Rallis made a tough admission ahead of the game with his Budda Baker-led defense staring down the barrel of another potential beatdown. Baker, an […] The post Cardinals rumors: Arizona given gets coin-flip chances to trade Budda Baker appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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