Emmanuel Dieke facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive end |
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| Born: | September 23, 1990 Jackson, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Weight: | 257 lb (117 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College: | Georgia Tech |
| Undrafted: | 2014 |
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Emmanuel Dieke (born September 23, 1990) is a former American football player. He played as a defensive end for several teams. These teams included the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was also a member of the Miami Dolphins and the New York Giants.
Emmanuel Dieke's Football Journey
Emmanuel Dieke was born on September 23, 1990. He grew up to become a professional football player. His main position was defensive end. A defensive end is a player on the defensive line. Their job is to rush the passer (try to tackle the quarterback) or stop running plays.
College Football
Before playing professionally, Emmanuel Dieke played college football. He attended Georgia Tech, a university known for its strong sports programs. Playing in college helped him develop his skills. It also prepared him for the challenges of professional football.
Playing in the NFL
After college, Dieke joined the National Football League (NFL). He was part of the New York Giants team in 2014. Later that year, he also played for the Miami Dolphins. He stayed with the Dolphins through 2015. The NFL is the highest level of professional American football.
Moving to the CFL
In 2016, Emmanuel Dieke moved to the Canadian Football League (CFL). He signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on April 4, 2016. The CFL is Canada's top professional football league. It has some differences from the NFL, like a larger field and different rules for downs.
