Victor Dimukeje

Victor Dimukeje (born November 18, 1999) is a Nigerian professional American football defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Duke Blue Devils, and was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL draft.

Early life Dimukeje was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to Baltimore, Maryland at the age of 8.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals Dimukeje was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the sixth round (210th overall) of the 2021 NFL draft. He signed his four-year rookie contract with Arizona on May 25, 2021. Dimukeje primarily played on special teams as a rookie.

New York Giants On March 18, 2025, Dimukeje signed with the New York Giants. On May 8, it was announced that Dimukeje had suffered a torn pectoral muscle during offseason workouts with the team. In five appearances for the team, he recorded one pass deflection and three combined tackles. On December 13, Dimukeje was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a knee injury.

San Francisco 49ers On August 17, 2026, Dimukeje signed with the San Francisco 49ers. On August 27, Dimukeje was placed on season-ending injured reserve.