Duke Ejiofor
Duke Ejiofor is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League. He played college football for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, and was selected by the Houston Texans in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL draft.
College career
As a junior at Wake Forest, Ejiofor had 50 tackles, 17 for losses, 10.5 sacks, one interception and two forced fumbles. He recorded 47 tackles including 15 for losses, eight sacks and six pass breakups as a senior.Professional career
Houston Texans
Ejiofor was selected by the Houston Texans in the sixth round, 177th overall, of the 2018 NFL draft. In Week 2, against the Tennessee Titans, he recorded his first career sack in his NFL debut.On May 10, 2019, Ejiofor was placed on injured reserve after suffering a season-ending torn Achilles.
On August 21, 2020, Ejiofor was placed on injured reserve for a second consecutive season after suffering a torn ACL. On June 9, 2021, Ejiofor was waived with a failed physical designation.