Edwin Baker (American football) facts for kids
Baker at Browns training camp in 2014
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| Position: | Running back | ||||||||||
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| Born: | June 1, 1991 Highland Park, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 204 lb (93 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | Oak Park (Oak Park, Michigan) | ||||||||||
| College: | Michigan State | ||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2012 / Round: 7 / Pick: 250 | ||||||||||
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| CFL status: | International | ||||||||||
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Edwin Baker, born on June 1, 1991, is a former American professional football player. He played as a running back, which is a player who primarily runs with the ball. The San Diego Chargers picked him in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL draft. Before becoming a professional, he played college football for Michigan State University.
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Edwin Baker's Pro Football Journey
Edwin Baker had a journey through several professional football teams. He started his career after being chosen in the NFL Draft.
Playing for the San Diego Chargers
The San Diego Chargers selected Edwin Baker in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL draft. This meant he was one of the last players chosen that year. He stayed with the Chargers for a while. However, on August 25, 2013, the team decided to release him.
Time with the Denver Broncos
After leaving the Chargers, Baker joined the Denver Broncos. He was signed to their practice squad on September 2, 2013. A practice squad is a group of players who train with the team but are not on the main roster. They can be called up if needed. He was released by the Broncos on November 19, 2013.
Brief Stop with the Houston Texans
Edwin Baker then moved to the Houston Texans. He joined their practice squad on November 20, 2013. His time with the Texans was short. He was released from their practice squad on December 10, 2013.
Making an Impact with the Cleveland Browns
On December 10, 2013, the Cleveland Browns signed Edwin Baker. They added him to their main team roster from the Texans' practice squad. This was a big step for him.
Baker made his first game appearance for the Browns on December 15, 2013. It was a game against the Chicago Bears. In this game, he scored his first ever touchdown in the NFL with a short run. Even though Baker scored, the Browns lost the game 38–31.
He played only three games for the Browns. Despite this, he finished third on the team in rushing yards. He also tied for the team lead in rushing touchdowns with two. On August 25, 2014, the Browns released Baker.
Joining the New Orleans Saints
Edwin Baker signed with the New Orleans Saints practice squad on September 16, 2014. Later, on October 25, 2014, he was moved to the Saints' active roster. This happened because two other running backs, Pierre Thomas and Khiry Robinson, were injured. He was released by the Saints on September 5, 2015.
Playing in Canada with the Toronto Argonauts
On January 19, 2016, Edwin Baker signed with the Toronto Argonauts. This team plays in the Canadian Football League (CFL). The CFL has slightly different rules than the NFL. On June 19, 2016, Baker was released by the Toronto Argonauts.
