Melvin Baker

Melvin Clyde Baker (born August 12, 1950) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for three seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints, New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers, and Houston Oilers. He was selected by the Dolphins in the eighth round of the 1974 NFL draft after playing college football for the Texas Southern Tigers. Baker was also a member of the St. Louis Cardinals and Buffalo Bills.

Early life and college Melvin Clyde Baker was born on August 12, 1950, in Beaumont, Texas. He attended Sam Houston High School in Houston, Texas. He played in nine games for the Dolphins during the 1974 season, recording four receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns, one kick return for 22 yards, and one fumble. He appeared in two games, starting one, for the Saints, catching two passes for 26 yards while also rushing once for 21 yards. He played in eight games in 1976, totaling three catches for 32 yards, one rushing attempt for two yards, and one kick return for 15 yards. He was released on November 4, 1976.

Baker signed with the St. Louis Cardinals late in 1976. He was released on August 31, 1977.

Baker was signed by the Buffalo Bills on September 8, 1977. He was released on October 27, 1977, without appearing in a game.