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Chidi Okeke
No. 77 – San Antonio Brahmas
Position:Offensive Tackle
Personal information
Born: (1996-12-26) December 26, 1996 (age 27)
Anambra, Nigeria
Height:6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight:315 lb (143 kg)
Career information
High school:Faith Baptist Christian Academy
(Ludowici, GA)
College:LSU (2015-2016)
Tennessee State (2017-2018)
Undrafted:2019
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
Career highlights and awards
  • Phil Steele All-OVC First Team (2018)
  • All-Ohio Valley Conference First Team (2018)
Career XFL statistics as of Week 10, 2023
Games Played:8
Games Started:6

Chidi Okeke (born December 26, 1996)[1] is a Nigerian professional American football offensive tackle for the San Antonio Brahmas of the XFL. Okeke played football at LSU before transferring to Tennessee State. Okeke has also spent time with the Washington Redskins, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL), and the Pittsburgh Maulers of the United States Football League (USFL).

High School career

Okeke played for Faith Baptist Christian Academy where he was a 5-star recruit, as well as being ranked as the 2nd best OT in the nation and the 22nd best player, according to 247 Sports.[2] Okeke also played in the U.S Army All-American Bowl. [3]

Okeke would eventually commit to play for the LSU Tigers after receiving offers from Auburn and Alabama.[4]

College career

LSU

In 2015, Okeke redshirted his freshman year and did not play.[5]

In 2016, Okeke played in 11 games for LSU in his sophomore season.[5]

On December 16, 2016, it was announced that Okeke would be transferring from LSU. [6]

Tennessee State

Okeke transferred to Tennessee State in 2017, where he played 11 games, starting in 10 games.[7]

In 2018, Okeke was one of six Tigers to start all 9 games where he mostly played Left Tackle.[8]

Professional career

Washington Redskins

After going Undrafted in the 2019 NFL Draft, Okeke signed with the Washington Redskins on April 27, 2019.[9] He was released on May 23, 2019.[10]

Kansas City Chiefs

On May 29, 2019, The Kansas City Chiefs signed Okeke.[11] He was released on August 31, 2019.[12]

Miami Dolphins

On September 10, 2019, The Miami Dolphins signed Okeke to their Practice Squad.[13] He signed a Future contract after the season, but was released on March 18, 2020.[14]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On July 29, 2021, Okeke signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.[15] He was released with an Injury designation on August 24, 2022[16] and reverted to Injured Reserve the next day.[17] He was released on August 30, 2021.[18]

Pittsburgh Maulers

On February 22, 2022, the Pittsburgh Maulers selected Okeke in the 5th Round.[19]

San Antonio Brahmas

On January 1, 2023, the San Antonio Brahmas selected Okeke with the 2nd Overall Pick in the 2023 XFL Supplemental Draft.[20]

Personal Life

In 2013, Okeke moved to the United States from Nigeria where he played soccer and basketball. [21]

References

  1. ^ "Chidi Okeke Stats, Bio, Age, Net Worth, & Career". LINES. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  2. ^ "Chidi Okeke, Tennessee State Tigers, Offensive Tackle". 247Sports. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  3. ^ Chiari, Mike. "Army All-American Bowl Roster 2015: Breaking Down Top Recruits in Marquee Game". Bleacher Report. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  4. ^ Sayles, Damon. "4-Star Chidi Valentine-Okeke Gives LSU Major Recruiting Win over Alabama, Auburn". Bleacher Report. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  5. ^ a b "Chidi Okeke". LSU. 2019-07-08. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  6. ^ rdellenger@theadvocate.com, ROSS DELLENGER | (2016-12-13). "LSU offensive tackle Chidi Okeke transferring". The Advocate. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  7. ^ "SEC transfers Chidi Okeke, Christian Morris find it tough to crack TSU's starting lineup". The Tennessean. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  8. ^ "Chidi Okeke - 2018 - Football". Tennessee State University. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  9. ^ "Washington Redskins sign TSU lineman Chidi Okeke to free agent deal". The Tennessean. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  10. ^ "Redskins Sign OT Adam Bisnowaty, Waive Chidi Okeke". www.commanders.com. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  11. ^ Bouda, Nate (2019-05-29). "Chiefs Sign OT Chidi Okeke". NFLTradeRumors.co. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  12. ^ "Chiefs roster cuts 2019: Here's who has been released". Chiefs Wire. 2019-08-31. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  13. ^ Bouda, Nate (2019-09-10). "NFL Transactions: Tuesday 9/10". NFLTradeRumors.co. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  14. ^ Ulrich, Logan (2020-03-18). "Dolphins Release Six Including LB Mike Hull". NFLTradeRumors.co. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  15. ^ Goodall, Zach (2021-07-29). "Buccaneers Sign OT Chidi Okeke". Tampa Bay Buccaneers | BucsGameday | Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  16. ^ Bouda, Nate (2021-08-24). "NFL Transactions: Tuesday 8/24". NFLTradeRumors.co. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  17. ^ Bouda, Nate (2021-08-25). "NFL Transactions: Wednesday 8/25". NFLTradeRumors.co. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  18. ^ "Chidi Okeke Archives". NFLTradeRumors.co. 2022-08-04. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  19. ^ "USFL Draft 2022: Every pick of every round for every team". FOX Sports. Retrieved 2023-06-08.
  20. ^ "Supplemental Draft Picks". www.xfl.com. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
  21. ^ Randall, Kayla (2016-08-01). "Offensive lineman Chidi Okeke shares how he's adapted to Louisiana". [225]. Retrieved 2023-06-10.
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