Chimdi Chekwa


Chimdi Chekwa is an American football cornerback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Ohio State. He was drafted by the Raiders in the fourth round in the 2011 NFL Draft.

College career

As a senior in 2010, Chekwa was named a first team All-American by the FWAA and College Football News.

Professional career

Oakland Raiders

Chekwa was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round, 113th overall, in the 2011 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots

He was signed by the New England Patriots on March 12, 2015. He was released by the team on May 18, 2015.

Oakland Raiders (second stint)

Chekwa re-signed with the Raiders on May 19, 2015.

Miami Dolphins

Chekwa signed with the Dolphins. On September 3, 2016, he was released as part of final roster cuts. He was re-signed by the Dolphins on October 11, 2016. He was released by the Dolphins on November 7, 2016.

Personal life

In 2016, Chekwa earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Miami Business School.