Patriots $4.8 Million Jerod Mayo Draft Bust Drops Defiant 3-Word Message

Patriots $4.8 Million Jerod Mayo Draft Bust Drops Defiant 3-Word Message

Prior to the 2024 NFL draft, an NFL scouting report described Central Florida wide receiver Javon Baker as “very natural and instinctive … he made quality plays on the ball in game after game.” The report went on to say that Baker “has the traits and skill level of an NFL receiver and should fight for an eventual shot as a WR3/4.” The New England Patriots under then-new head coach Jerod Mayo agreed. They took Baker in the fourth round, 110th ove…

Patriots WR Javon Baker's Defiant Message Amid Roster Battle

New England Patriots wide receiver Javon Baker, a fourth-round pick with a four-year contract worth $4.8 million, is struggling to justify his selection after a disappointing rookie season. Targeted only four times and catching just one pass in 11 games, Baker faces intense competition for a roster spot under new head coach Mike Vrabel. Following on-field issues and a lack of productivity, Baker expressed his resolve to improve through a bold In…