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Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah

Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah is a professional American football linebacker currently playing for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. He gained prominence during his college football career at Notre Dame, where he received the Butkus Award, was named ACC Defensive Player of the Year, and earned unanimous All-American honors in 2020. Drafted by the Browns in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft, he has become a key player for the team, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2023. His college achievements highlight his talent and potential, which he is now demonstrating at the professional level.


4 hours ago : Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah sidelined for 2025 season due to neck injury: Browns' linebacker out.

Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (JOK) is out for the 2025 season due to a neck injury. The Browns will be without JOK, impacting their defense for the upcoming season.

1998: Family Move to Virginia

In 1998, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's parents moved to Virginia.

November 4, 1999: Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah Born

On November 4, 1999, Jeremiah Ernest Owusu-Koramoah Yaw was born. He is now an American professional football linebacker.

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2016: College Commitment and Decommitment

In 2016, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah initially committed to play college football at the University of Virginia before decommitting to choose Notre Dame.

2020: Butkus Award and All-American Honors

In 2020, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah won the Butkus Award, was named ACC Defensive Player of the Year and was also named a unanimous All-American.

June 6, 2021: Rookie Contract Signed

On June 6, 2021, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah signed his four-year rookie contract with the Cleveland Browns, worth $6.5 million.

October 19, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve

On October 19, 2021, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah was placed on injured reserve due to an ankle injury.

2021: NFL Draft Selection

In 2021, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the NFL draft.

April 5, 2022: Brother Found Dead

On April 5, 2022, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's older brother, Joshua Emmanuel Owusu-Koramoah, was found dead inside a burned house.

2023: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2023, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah was named a Pro Bowler.

January 25, 2024: Conversion to Islam

On January 25, 2024, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah converted to Islam.

August 14, 2024: Contract Extension with Browns

On August 14, 2024, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and the Cleveland Browns agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract extension.