While attending the University of Texas at Austin from 1978–1981, Mike was voted team captain by his Longhorn teammates.
Baab was named to the Pepsi All-Time High School Team and he was inducted into the Texas Hall of Honor in 2008.
[3] Baab was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 5th round of the 1982 NFL draft, the 115th overall pick.
[5] [6] After retiring from football, Baab moved to the Scottish Highland Games for competition.
[7] Mike lives in Austin, Texas with his wife Lolis, his college sweetheart, and his two daughters, Micaela and Larissa.