About Art Baker
Born 1937. Art Baker is an American american football player.
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Arthur R. Baker (born December 31, 1937) is an American former professional football player. He played college football at Syracuse University, where he was an All-American fullback in the backfield with Heisman Trophy winner Ernie Davis.
He was also an NCAA wrestling national champion at Syracuse in 1959, becoming the second African-American to win an NCAA wrestling title. In 1959, he was the only college athlete to win division one national titles in two different sports in the same year.
Baker played professionally in the American Football League (AFL) for the Buffalo Bills in 1961 and 1962. He then went to the Canadian Football League (CFL), where he played four seasons, mainly for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Art Baker?
American gridiron football player (born 1937)
When was Art Baker born?
Art Baker was born on 31 December 1937 in Erie.
What is Art Baker's occupation?
Art Baker is an american football player.
What nationality is Art Baker?
Art Baker is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Art Baker (gridiron football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Art Baker. https://biography.guide/art-baker/
MLA: "Art Baker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/art-baker/.
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