Michael Wakefield

Michael Wakefield (born January 12, 1994) is an American professional football defensive lineman for the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL).

College career Wakefield played college football for the FIU Panthers from 2012 to 2015.

Professional career

Washington Redskins After not being selected in the 2016 NFL draft, Wakefield signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent in 2016, but was among the final training camp cuts in September 2016.

Ottawa Redblacks (first stint)

On June 12, 2017, Wakefield signed with the Ottawa Redblacks. He played in his first professional game on August 31, 2017, against the Montreal Alouettes where he recorded one defensive tackle. That year, he played in six regular season games where he had four defensive tackles. He had 32 defensive tackles, four sacks, and one interception in 16 games in 2019 as the Redblacks missed the post-season. He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 9, 2021.

Montreal Alouettes On February 9, 2021, it was announced that Wakefield had signed with the Montreal Alouettes. He played in 12 regular season games where he had 23 defensive tackles and four sacks.

Ottawa Redblacks (second stint) On February 14, 2023, Wakefield signed with the Redblacks.

Personal life Wakefield was born to parents James and Alfrenett Wakefield. He has five siblings, Lakisha,Akeem,Jamie,James Jr and Jeremy. Wakefield is married to Kelaysha Wakefield. He has one son Michael Jr.