Stevie Baggs


Stevie Baggs Jr. is an American former professional football player and actor.

Early life

Baggs was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He attended Bethune-Cookman University, where he graduated in 2005 with a degree in International Business. During his time at the university, he earned the nickname "Shakespeare" for his performance both on and off the football field.

College career

Baggs played college football at Bethune-Cookman University, where he was a three-time All-American and Mel Blount SBN Defensive Player of the Year and the winner of the Ernie Davis award.

Professional career

Detroit Lions

He was signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent in 2004.

Jacksonville Jaguars

He was a member of the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad in 2005.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

In 2006, Baggs signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Edmonton Eskimos

He signed and played for the Edmonton Eskimos during the 2007 season.

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Signed by the Saskatchewan Roughriders as a free agent in September, 2008.h

Arizona Cardinals

He was signed to the Arizona Cardinals of the NFL for the 2010 season, however was cut before the team finalized its 53-man roster limit.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

He played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for two seasons from 2010 to 2011.

Baltimore Ravens

On August 4, 2012, Baggs signed with the Baltimore Ravens

Calgary Stampeders

On September 7, 2012, Baggs signed as a free agent with the Calgary Stampeders.

Post-football career

Baggs was featured in Season 2 of the reality/dating television series Match Made in Heaven. He has also appeared in television shows such as Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, Necessary Roughness, and Star. Baggs has had starring roles in Tyler Perry's drama/thriller Ruthless on BET+ and the Netflix series Cobra Kai, and can currently be seen on comedian Kountry Wayne's YouTube series.
He has written two books, Greater Than The Game and Woke.