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16 Facts About Chidi Iwuoma

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Chidi Francis Iwuoma was born on February 19,1978 and is a former American football cornerback who is currently a scout for BLESTO.

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Chidi Iwuoma was signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent in 2001.

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Chidi Iwuoma won Super Bowl XL over the Seattle Seahawks with the Steelers.

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Chidi Iwuoma then attended the University of California, Berkeley where he played football.

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At California, Chidi Iwuoma returned kicks and punts while playing cornerback.

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Chidi Iwuoma is a member of Iota Phi Theta fraternity.

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Chidi Iwuoma signed with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent following the 2001 NFL draft.

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Chidi Iwuoma primarily played on special teams while with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Chidi Iwuoma earned a Super Bowl ring with the Steelers following the 2005 season.

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Chidi Iwuoma was elected the special teams co-captain for two consecutive seasons.

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Chidi Iwuoma signed with the New England Patriots on October 4,2006.

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Chidi Iwuoma ended his 2006 season with the Steelers but dislocated his wrist.

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Chidi Iwuoma was re-signed on March 16,2007, as an unrestricted free agent.

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Chidi Iwuoma was signed by the Titans on December 26,2007.

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Chidi Iwuoma became an unrestricted free agent after the season.

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Chidi Iwuoma worked with the University of California's Athletic Study Center from 2009 to 2012, where he served as assistant director of Student-Athlete Development.