""It was just a weight lifted off my shoulders," said Obiazor, upon receiving his draft call from the Patriots. "Kind of just a good moment just to be around family and finally achieving my goal and dreams.""
"Obiazor's journey certainly isn't the typical route taken to reach the professional ranks. He spent the 2020-21 seasons at Iowa Western Community College, finishing with 31 tackles, an interception, 4 passes defensed, and a blocked kick."
"Originally a zero-star recruit, Obiazor did not receive any Division 1 scholarship offers in the class of 2020. His strong 2021 season made him a three-star JUCO recruit, leading to his signing with the Horned Frogs."
"With Jack Gibbens, Jahlani Tavai, and Marte Mapu departing in the offseason, Obiazor could find reps this coming season with the Patriots, depending on how he progresses."
Namdi Obiazor was selected by the New England Patriots as the No. 212 overall pick in the sixth round of the NFL Draft. Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 229 pounds, he recorded a 4.53 40-yard dash at the combine. Obiazor had a successful college career at TCU, finishing with 302 tackles and multiple accolades. He began at Iowa Western Community College and transitioned from a defensive back to linebacker. His performance could lead to significant playing time with the Patriots this season.
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