In a moment that has stunned the sports world and captured the hearts of fans around the globe, Arizona Cardinals star safety Budda Baker has made headlines for a reason far beyond the football field.
Upon signing his latest contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals, Baker has chosen to donate his entire $27 million signing bonus — not to a foundation bearing his name or a flashy investment, but to a cause he says is “bigger than football.”
In a heartfelt press conference this morning, Baker announced that the full amount will be directed toward youth mental health programs, underserved education initiatives, and suicide prevention efforts across the United States