1. Nnamka Samson Ebukam was born on May 9,1995 and is a Nigerian-American professional football defensive end for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League.
15 Facts About Samson Ebukam
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Samson Ebukam played college football for the Eastern Washington Eagles and was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL draft.
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Samson Ebukam attended and graduated from David Douglas High School in Portland, Oregon, in 2013.
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Samson Ebukam chose to attend Eastern Washington University over an offer from Portland State.
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Over 38 career collegiate starts, Samson Ebukam produced 188 tackles, 44 tackles for losses, and 24 sacks.
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Samson Ebukam was not selected to participate in the 2017 NFL Combine, but he did participate in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl.
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Samson Ebukam finished his rookie season in 2017 with 31 combined tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble in 16 games and two starts.
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Samson Ebukam entered training camp slated as a starting outside linebacker.
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Samson Ebukam finished the season with 40 tackles, one interception, and three forced fumbles.
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In 2019, Samson Ebukam played in 16 games, with five starts.
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Samson Ebukam recorded 48 tackles, four and a half sacks, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, and 4 passes defensed.
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Samson Ebukam tallied 31 tackles, four and a half sacks, one forced fumble, and one pass defensed.
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On March 19,2021, Samson Ebukam signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.
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On March 17,2023, Samson Ebukam signed a three-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts.
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On July 29,2024, it was announced that Samson Ebukam would be out for the season after suffering a torn Achilles tendon.