New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Javon Baker does not lack confidence.
In the 2024 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots focused on bolstering their offense, utilizing seven out of their eight picks to support new offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt.
One pick that stood was wide receiver Javon Baker from UCF who was selected at No. 110 overall.
Despite slipping to Day 3 of the draft, Baker brings a remarkable level of confidence to the NFL.
In his first interactions with Patriots reporters, he boldly proclaimed, “Bring your popcorn — I make people in wheelchairs stand up,” as reported by ESPN.
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Additionally, in a recent Instagram video, Baker confidently asserted that he considers himself to be already among the top 10 wide receivers in the league.
During his final season with the Knights, Baker showcased his talent by hauling in 52 passes for an impressive 1,139 yards and 7 touchdowns.
His outstanding performance earned him recognition as a first-team All-Big 12 selection, as he led the conference in receiving yards.
Additionally, Baker’s remarkable average of 21.9 yards per reception ranked him second in the entire FBS, further solidifying his status as a top-tier wide receiver prospect.
