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Former NFL defensive sort out Chris Baker had scary information to share this week. He revealed that he suffered a stroke.
Baker introduced this information on Instagram. Fortunately, he is doing significantly better and is making progress in his restoration.
“Inform your family members you’re keen on em,” Baker said. “My life nearly ended two days in the past.”
Baker added, “I am unable to consider I had a stroke however God not accomplished with me but.”
Baker, 35, performed faculty soccer at Penn State earlier than transferring to Hampton College. He earned All-MEAC honors in his solely season there.
After going undrafted in 2009, Baker signed a cope with the Broncos. He then had a quick stint with the Dolphins earlier than discovering a long-term house within the nation’s capital.
From 2011-2016, Baker performed for the Commanders. In 2014, the crew signed him to a three-year deal value $12 million.
In 93 profession video games, Baker had 214 whole tackles, 28 tackles for loss, 12 sacks, 5 compelled fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
We’re wishing Baker a full and speedy restoration.