Kawaan LaAndrae Baker (born August 24, 1998) is an American professional football wide receiver for the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football at South Alabama and was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL draft.
Early life
Baker was born on August 24, 1998, in East Point, Georgia, to Larry and Crystal Upshaw.
Professional career
New Orleans Saints (first stint)
Baker was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the seventh round, 255th overall, of the 2021 NFL draft. He signed his four-year rookie contract with New Orleans on June 8, 2021. He was waived on August 31, 2021, and re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Saints on January 11, 2022.
On August 2, 2022, Baker was suspended for the first six games of the regular season. He was waived on October 17.
Green Bay Packers
On October 19, 2022, Baker was signed to the Green Bay Packers' practice squad. He was released on November 8.
Philadelphia Eagles
On November 30, 2022, Baker was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad. He was released on December 6.
New Orleans Saints (second stint)
On December 27, 2022, Baker was signed to the Saints practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 26, 2023. Brown was waived on August 29.
New England Patriots
On February 6, 2024, Baker signed a reserve/future contract with the New England Patriots. He was waived on August 26.
San Antonio Brahmas
On March 8, 2025, Baker signed with the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL).
References
External links
- South Alabama Jaguars bio
