Isa Abdul-Quddus
Isa Abdul-Quddus is an American former professional football player who was a football position)|safety] in the National Football League. He played college football for the Fordham Rams and was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted [free agent] in 2011 and also played for the Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins.
Abdul-Quddus is currently the head football coach at Hillside High School in Hillside, New Jersey.
Professional career
New Orleans Saints
Abdul-Quddus was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted rookie free agent following the 2011 NFL draft. On January 7, 2014, Abdul-Quddus was released by the Saints.Detroit Lions
Abdul-Quddus was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions on February 3, 2014. On March 10, 2015, the Lions re-signed Abdul-Quddus to a one-year contract.Miami Dolphins
On March 9, 2016, the Miami Dolphins signed Abdul-Quddus to a three-year contract totaling $12.75 million. He started 15 games in his first season with the Dolphins. He recorded a career-high 78 tackles along with five passes defended, two interceptions, and one sack. He was placed on injured reserve on December 28, 2016, after suffering a neck injury in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills.On March 9, 2017, Abdul-Quddus was released by the Dolphins.