The struggles of Bubba Franks might have contributed to this deal. Franks was outplayed by Jason Pociask in training camp.
Also, Baker's agent agreeing to a media gag order, helped precipitate a deal. Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum told Mark Feinsod to stop talking to the media about Baker, if he wanted to get his client a new deal, and the agent did just that.
According to Schefter's report, Baker can earn $9 million in new money in the near future if he reaches certain earmarks.