Washington Redskins' Chris Baker spent last season's bonus on his daughter's education
Thursday 14 July 2016 17:11, UK
Chris Baker has revealed the sentimental value of activating a bonus in his Washington Redskins contract last season.
The defensive end recorded a career-high six sacks throughout the 2015 campaign, including two on Philadelphia Eagles' Sam Bradford in the same game, to earn an extra $280,000.
But the windfall wasn't spent on extravagance, Baker exclusively told Sky Sports.
I set a goal for at least 10 this year, and I know I have the ability to do it.
"I paid for my daughter's college tuition," he said.
"Six sacks was my target for last year because I had a nice bonus incentive, so that was a goal.
"Now that I've got it, I know that I have the ability to get more. I set a goal for at least 10 this year, and I know I have the ability to do it."
Baker's attention now turns to the upcoming season where the Redskins will aim to improve on the play-off loss to the Green Bay Packers that ended their 2015 hopes.
"Our team has enough guys that have enough heart and know how to play the game to get to the Super Bowl this year," he said.
"Our defence is really good, our offence is really good, so it's up to us to compete each week and be the best that we can be."
