The Pro Football Writers of America, comprised of writers across the nation who cover the NFL and its teams, recently released its 2024 player awards for the All-NFL and all-conference teams for both the AFC and NFC.

Just for good measure, Baker contributed two sacks, three quarterback hits and five passes defensed. He is also one of eight finalists for the 2024 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. The winner will be announced during the NFL Honors event on Feb. 6 during Super Bowl week.

Paramount to that squad, and the overperformance thereof, was standout veteran safety Budda Baker. Baker, who had a bit of a down year in 2023 (then again, who on that defense did

Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker has earned yet another honor for his play in the 2024 season. The Associated Press announced the 2024 All-Pro team and he was named to the second team.

Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker was named an NFL Second Team All-Pro on Friday morning, while Trey McBride was left off both teams.

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The Cardinals signed Budda Baker to a contract extension last month but still have plenty of free agents on defense and special teams.

ARIZONA -- Arizona Cardinals star strong safety Budda Baker continues adding to his stacked resume. Baker was just announced as a second-team All-Pro for the 2024 season. This is the fourth time ...

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Coming into the 2024 season, many expected the Arizona Cardinals to live and die by their offense, with the defense set up to struggle consistently. There was little talent on the defensive side of the ball.

The Arizona Cardinals are in their offseason and looking ahead to 2025. But while we are in the offseason, it is time to look back at the 2024 season and give some recognitions for player performances.

Among the biggest needs for the Cardinals this offseason is adding pass-rushing help. The deadline to exercise fifth-year options for players selected in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. The Cardinals don’t have to worry about this date since they dealt their first-rounder for Hollywood Brown in 2022.