Ndamukong Suh is a former American football defensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) for over a decade. He was born on January 6, 1987, in Portland, Oregon, and attended the University of Nebraska, where he played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Suh was selected by the Detroit Lions as the second overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. He quickly established himself as one of the best defensive players in the league, earning five Pro Bowl selections and four First-Team All-Pro honors during his time with the Lions.
In 2015, Suh signed a six-year, $114 million contract with the Miami Dolphins, making him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history at the time. He played for the Dolphins for three seasons before being released in 2018.
Suh then signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams, where he helped lead the team to Super Bowl LIII. He then signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019, where he played a key role in the team's Super Bowl LV victory.
Throughout his career, Suh was known for his aggressive playing style and ability to disrupt opposing offenses. He recorded 64.5 sacks, 131 tackles for loss, and 28 passes defended during his NFL career.
Off the field, Suh has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including his Suh Family Foundation, which focuses on education and health initiatives for underprivileged youth.
In March 2021, Suh signed a one-year contract extension with the Buccaneers, ensuring that he will continue to play in the NFL for at least one more season.
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