David Ojabo

David Ojabo (born 17 May 2000) is a Nigerian-Scottish professional American football linebacker. He was an All-American college football player for the Michigan Wolverines, and was selected by the Ravens in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft.

Early life Ojabo was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in 2000 and moved to Aberdeen, Scotland with his family in 2007. At 17, he moved to Blairstown, New Jersey, in the United States and began attending Blair Academy. He initially played basketball before switching to American football. in part because the Michigan weather was similar to Scotland and made him feel at home. On January 4, 2022, he announced that he would forgo his senior year and enter the draft.

While performing on Pro Day at Michigan, Ojabo suffered a left ankle injury while performing a drill. It was later confirmed that he had suffered a torn Achilles.

Professional career

Baltimore Ravens Ojabo was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the second round, 45th overall, of the 2022 NFL draft. He was placed on injured reserve on 31 August 2022 as he continued to recover from the Achilles injury he suffered in March. He was activated on November 1st. He recorded his first sack in Week 18 in of the 2022 season against the Bengals.

On 30 September 2023, Ojabo was placed on injured reserve.

Miami Dolphins On 16 March 2026, Ojabo signed with the Miami Dolphins. On August 30, he was released as part of final roster cuts.