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Nnamdi Madubuike

Nnamdi Madubuike, previously known as Justin Madubuike, is a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He currently plays for the Baltimore Ravens. Before his professional career, Madubuike played college football at Texas A&M University for the Texas A&M Aggies.

November 17, 1997: Nnamdi Madubuike Born

On November 17, 1997, Nnamdi Madubuike, formerly known as Justin Madubuike, was born. He is an American professional football defensive tackle.

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2016: Redshirted at Texas A&M

In 2016, Madubuike redshirted his first year at Texas A&M.

2016: U.S. Army All-American Game Selection

In 2016, Nnamdi Madubuike was selected to play in the 2016 U.S. Army All-American Game and committed to Texas A&M University to play college football.

2017: Appeared in all 13 games

In 2017, Madubuike appeared in all 13 games for Texas A&M, recording 20 tackles.

2017: First Raven since 2017 to reach double digit sacks

In Week 12 against the Los Angeles Chargers, Madubuike became the first Raven since 2017 to reach double digit sacks.

2018: Appeared in all 13 games

In 2018, Madubuike appeared in all 13 games for Texas A&M, finishing with 40 tackles and 5.5 sacks.

2019: Sat out the 2019 Texas Bowl

In 2019, Madubuike decided to sit out the 2019 Texas Bowl.

November 27, 2020: Placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

On November 27, 2020, Madubuike was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the Baltimore Ravens prior to their Week 12 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

2020: Entered the 2020 NFL draft

After his junior season, Madubuike decided to forgo his senior season and entered the 2020 NFL draft.

2021: Increased playing time due to injuries

During the 2021 season, Madubuike saw more playing time due to numerous injuries on the Ravens team and recorded his first sack of the season in Week 4 against the Denver Broncos.

2023: Breakout Season

In 2023, Madubuike had a breakout season, recording at least a half-sack in 11 consecutive games, tying an NFL record.

January 3, 2024: Named to his First Career Pro Bowl

On January 3, 2024, Nnamdi Madubuike was named to his first career Pro Bowl.

March 5, 2024: Franchise Tag Placed on Madubuike

On March 5, 2024, the Ravens placed the franchise tag on Madubuike.

2024: Switched to Nigerian name Nnamdi

During the 2024 offseason, Madubuike opted to switch to his Nigerian name Nnamdi in recognition of his heritage.

2024: Second Consecutive Pro Bowl Selection

During the 2024 regular season, Nnamdi Madubuike was named to his second consecutive Pro Bowl, but opted out and was replaced by Jeffery Simmons.

September 29, 2025: Madubuike to miss the remainder of the season due to injury

On September 29, 2025, it was announced that Madubuike would miss the remainder of the season due to a neck injury.

April 2026: Madubuike had neck surgery

In April 2026, Madubuike had neck surgery that would allow him to play in the 2026 season.