Praise Martin-Oguike
Praise Martin-Oguike is a Nigerian professional gridiron football linebacker. He played college football at Temple University. Martin-Oguike has been a member of the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Dragons, and Ottawa Redblacks.
Early life
Martin-Oguike, was born in Abia State, Nigeria. He is a native of Oka in Isiala Mbano, Imo State. He moved to Woodbridge Township, New Jersey at the age of 10. Martin-Oguike is the son of Venerable Dr. Martin Oguike and Dr. Ngozi Martin-Oguike who are both highly regarded in the Igbo community of Nigeria. He has a sister, Precious, and two brothers Percy and Pleasant.College career
Martin-Oguike recorded 124 tackles, 20 sacks, 1 interception, 12 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries and 6 blocked field goals during his time at Temple.Professional career
Miami Dolphins
Martin-Oguike signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent on May 5, 2017. He was waived on September 2, 2017.Arizona Cardinals
On January 19, 2018, Martin-Oguike signed a reserve/future contract with the Arizona Cardinals. He was waived/injured by the Cardinals on July 26, 2018 and was placed on injured reserve. He was released on August 4, 2018.Seattle Dragons
In October 2019, the Seattle Dragons selected Martin-Oguike in the tenth round of the 2020 XFL draft. He had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10, 2020.Martin-Oguike was selected by the Blues of The Spring League during its player selection draft on October 11, 2020.