Efe Obada

Efe Obada
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Obada with the Washington Commanders in 2022
No. 97 – Washington Commanders
Position:Defensive end
Personal information
Born: (1992-04-13) April 13, 1992 (age 32)
Lagos, Nigeria
Height:6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight:265 lb (120 kg)
Career information
Undrafted:2015
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Practice squad
Career NFL statistics as of 2024
Tackles:92
Sacks:15
Pass deflections:6
Interceptions:1
Forced fumbles:1
Fumble recoveries:2
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Efe Obada (born April 13, 1992) is a British Nigerian professional football defensive end for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). Obada first played professionally for the London Warriors of the BAFA National Leagues, and later played for the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, and Buffalo Bills.

Early life

Obada was born on April 13, 1992, in Lagos, the economic and entertainment capital of Nigeria. He and his family later moved to the Netherlands. At the age of 10, he and his sister were trafficked into London, England, and were left homeless when they arrived.[1][2] They initially slept in an office block before living in 10 different foster homes.[1] He eventually began work as a security guard at Grace Foods in Welwyn Garden City.[3][4]

Professional career

London Warriors

Obada signed with the London Warriors of the BAFA National Leagues in 2014, where he played in five games as a tight end and defensive end.[5]

Dallas Cowboys

Based on a recommendation from Warriors defensive coordinator Aden Durde, who previously served as an intern coach with the Dallas Cowboys, Obada was given the opportunity to work out for the team days before the Cowboys' game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Although he did not have much experience, he was signed on April 1, 2015. In rookie mini-camp, he was tried on the first days at tight end, before the team decided to move him to defensive end, where the learning curve would not be as steep. He was waived on September 5.[6] On September 23, 2015, he was signed to the Cowboys' practice squad.[7] He was released on October 7, but rejoined the practice squad on December 2.[8][9] He was waived on March 2, 2016.[10]

Kansas City Chiefs

Obada was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs on March 9, 2016.[11] He was released by the team on June 7.[12]

Atlanta Falcons

On July 28, 2016, he was signed by the Atlanta Falcons.[13] He was waived on August 27.[14]

Carolina Panthers

Obada with the Carolina Panthers in 2019

On May 25, 2017, Obada was signed by the Carolina Panthers through the NFL's International Player Pathway Program.[15] He was waived by the Panthers on September 1, 2017, and was re-signed to the practice squad.[16][17] He signed a reserve/future contract with the Panthers on January 8, 2018.[18] After a strong preseason, Obada became the first player from the NFL International Player Pathway program to make a 53-man roster. In Week 3, against the Cincinnati Bengals, Obada played his first regular season game, where he had one sack and one interception. He was later awarded the game ball, and was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week.[19] He finished the season with eight combined tackles and two sacks.

On January 23, 2019, Obada signed a one-year contract extension with the Panthers.[20] On October 13, 2019, Obada was made an honorary captain for the Panthers' NFL London Game vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as part of a very emotional day for him.[21] On January 6, 2020, Obada signed a one-year contract extension with the Panthers.[22] He was waived on September 6, 2020,[23] but re-signed with the team the next day.[24] In Week 3 of the 2020 season against the Los Angeles Chargers, Obada recovered a fumble lost by wide receiver Keenan Allen on the last play of the game to secure a 21–16 win for the Panthers.[25]

Buffalo Bills

On April 19, 2021, Obada signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills.[26][27] He recorded 3.5 sacks with 12 tackles in 10 games.[28]

Washington Commanders

Obada signed a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders on March 23, 2022.[29] He re-signed with the team on another one-year contract on March 20, 2023.[30] On August 31, 2023, he was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury.[31][32] He was reactivated to the active roster on October 14, 2023.[33] In the Week 11 game, Obada was carted off the field due to multiple leg fractures and underwent surgery the next day.[34] On November 20, 2023, he was placed on injured reserve .[35]

On March 14, 2024, Obada re-signed with the Commanders on another one-year contract.[36] He placed on physically unable to perform before the season opener and was activated on October 12, 2024.[37] Obada was released on November 5, 2024, and re-signed with their practice squad the following day.[38]

NFL career statistics

Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GP GS Cmb Solo Ast Sck Int Yds Avg Lng TD PD FF FR Yds TD
2018 CAR 10 0 8 6 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0
2019 CAR 16 0 24 14 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
2020 CAR 16 1 18 10 8 5.5 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 54 0
2021 BUF 10 1 12 8 4 3.5 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
2022 WAS 17 1 24 14 10 4 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0
2023 WAS 3 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Career 72 3 88 53 35 15 1 0 0 0 0 6 1 2 54 0

References

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  13. ^ "Falcons Sign DE Obada, Waived WR Johnson". atlantafalcons.com. July 28, 2016. Archived from the original on July 28, 2016. Retrieved July 28, 2016.
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  21. ^ Associated Press (October 13, 2019). "McCaffrey scores 2 TDs to lead Panthers past Bucs 37-26". WCNC.com. Retrieved October 13, 2019.
  22. ^ Henson, Max (January 6, 2020). "Efe Obada signs one-year contract extension". Panthers.com. Retrieved January 7, 2020.
  23. ^ Simmons, Myles (September 6, 2020). "Panthers claim three players off waivers". Panthers.com. Retrieved September 22, 2020.
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