1. Romeo Chidozie Okwara was born on June 17,1995 and is a Nigerian-born former American football defensive end.
14 Facts About Romeo Okwara
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Romeo Okwara signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent on May 6,2016.
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On October 17,2017, Romeo Okwara was placed on injured reserve with a knee sprain.
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Romeo Okwara was activated off injured reserve to the active roster on December 19,2017.
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On September 4,2018, Romeo Okwara was waived by the Giants.
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On September 5,2018, Romeo Okwara was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions.
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On October 7,2018, against the Green Bay Packers, Romeo Okwara strip sacked quarterback Aaron Rodgers for a fumble recovery.
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Romeo Okwara played in 15 games with 15 starts, finishing with 39 combined tackles, a team-leading 7.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.
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On March 1,2019, Romeo Okwara signed a two-year contract extension with the Lions.
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Romeo Okwara had ten sacks for the 2020 season, while the rest of the Lions team only totaled 14.
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On March 17,2021, Romeo Okwara signed a three-year, $39 million contract extension with the Lions.
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On October 5,2021, Romeo Okwara was placed on injured reserve after tearing his Achilles in Week 4.
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Romeo Okwara played the last four seasons of his career with his younger brother Julian Okwara.
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Romeo Okwara was born in Nigeria and moved to the United States at the age of 10.