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Israel Idonije was born on 17 November, 1980 in Lagos, Nigeria, is an American football player (born 1980). Discover Israel Idonije's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 43 years old?
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43 years old |
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Scorpio |
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17 November 1980 |
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17 November |
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Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality |
Nigeria
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Israel Idonije Height, Weight & Measurements
At 43 years old, Israel Idonije height not available right now. We will update Israel Idonije's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Israel Idonije Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Israel Idonije worth at the age of 43 years old? Israel Idonije’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from Nigeria. We have estimated Israel Idonije's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Under Review |
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Timeline
Israel Idonije (born November 17, 1980) is a retired Nigerian-Canadian defensive end in the National Football League and actor.
Idonije was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cleveland Browns out of the University of Manitoba.
He attended Vincent Massey High School in Brandon and, though he had never played football and was reluctant, coach Kevin Grindey convinced him to play when the school restarted its Canadian football program in 1997, when Idonije was a senior in high school.
He went on to play CIS football for the Manitoba Bisons.
At Manitoba from 2000–02, Idonije recorded 16 sacks which stands fourth all-time in Bison history.
He helped lead the Bison to the 2001 Vanier Cup where Manitoba was defeated by the Saint Mary's Huskies.
In 2002, Idonije was named 2002 Manitoba Male Athlete of the Year.
His goal, however, was to play in the National Football League.
Idonije was not invited to the NFL Combine, but appeared on his own to distribute tapes of his years at University of Manitoba.
Nine NFL team scouts were originally scheduled to attend a subsequent workout in Manitoba, but only one team, (the Cleveland Browns) ended up attending due to the SARS outbreak concerns at the time.
A draft pick of the now defunct Ottawa Renegades of the Canadian Football League, for whom he never played a game, Idonije spent the start of the 2003 season on the Browns' practice squad prior to his release in September.
He was subsequently signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad for the final six weeks of the season.
He has also played for the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, and New York Giants.
Idonije was born in Lagos, Nigeria and immigrated with his family to Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, when he was four years old.
During this time he worked as a daycare teacher in Winnipeg, Manitoba, played in the East-West Shrine Game, and was drafted 17th overall by the Ottawa Renegades in the 2003 CFL Draft.
As a rookie in 2003, Idonije was signed by the Browns as an undrafted free agent, and put on Cleveland's practice squad.
He was waived by the Browns midway through the season.
Idonije was obtained by the Chicago Bears as a practice squad player late in the 2003 season and made the final roster the following year.
Idonije also played gunner on the punt coverage team.
In 2006, Idonije became a restricted free agent and the Buffalo Bills attempted to sign him, but the Bears retained him by matching their offer.
During the 2007 NFL season, Idonije had three consecutive games with a blocked field goal or extra point.
He came up with the idea at the Chicago Bears training camp in 2007.
The Protectors, set in the future, is based around a group of super athletes who learn they are blessed with super powers that help protect humanity.
In 2008, Idonije set career highs in sacks (3.5), tackles (22), and passes defenced (6).
In May 2009, signed a two-year, $7 million contract extension with the Bears.
On December 30, 2009 Idonije was placed on injured reserve due to a foot injury.
In 2010, week 5 at the Carolina Panthers, Idonije recorded 3 sacks.
In 2011, in week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks, Idonije scored his first NFL touchdown after a fumble recovery in the end zone after Tarvaris Jackson had the ball stripped by Julius Peppers.
With the drafting of Shea McClellin in 2012, Idonije was moved to defensive tackle.
In the second game of the preseason against the Washington Redskins, Idonije recorded 2½ sacks on rookie and Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III.
Idonije would once again record 2½ sacks in week three against the St. Louis Rams.
Idonije ended the season with 40 tackles, 7.5 sacks, and a forced fumble, and he was later named to the USA Today All-Joe Team.
Idonije revealed his new comic, The Protectors, at its soft launch during the New York Comic Con in October 2012.
On June 25, 2013, Idonije signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions.
Idonije recorded 11 tackles and half a sack during the 2013 season.
On March 18, 2014, Idonije signed a one-year deal to return to the Bears.
The Bears released him on June 19, 2014.
Idonije signed with the New York Giants on August 5, 2014.
He was released on August 30, 2014.
