Joshua Uche is an American professional football linebacker currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft after playing college football for the Michigan Wolverines. Uche is known for his pass-rushing abilities and athleticism.
On September 18, 1998, Joshua Ikechukwu Uche was born. He is an American football linebacker.
In 2016, during his freshman year at the University of Michigan, Joshua Uche tore his meniscus and caught a virus, limiting him to four games.
In 2017, Uche sustained a stress fracture, resulting in limited action in 10 games during his sophomore year.
In November 2018, Joshua Uche was recognized as the most surprising player on Michigan's top-ranked defense.
In 2018, Joshua Uche expressed his frustration with the lack of playtime and questioned his fit at Michigan, but he was challenged to earn his place by defensive coordinator Don Brown.
During the 2019 season, Joshua Uche recorded a career-high 34 tackles and led the team with 8.5 sacks. He was also named to the 2019 All-Big Ten defensive second-team.
On September 26, 2020, Joshua Uche was placed on injured reserve due to a foot injury.
In 2020, Joshua Uche declared for the NFL draft and played in the 2020 Senior Bowl.
On December 31, 2020, Joshua Uche was placed on injured reserve.
On November 17, 2021, Uche was placed on injured reserve for the New England Patriots.
In 2022, Joshua Uche had a breakout year, finishing with 11.5 sacks and earning AFC Defensive Player of the Week.
On March 13, 2024, Joshua Uche re-signed with the New England Patriots.
On October 28, 2024, Uche was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs.