N. D. Kalu
Quick Facts
Biography
Ndukwe Dike "N. D." Kalu (born August 3, 1975) is a former American football defensive end. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the 1997 NFL Draft. He played college football at Rice.
Early years
Kalu attended Pat Neff Middle School and graduated in 1989. Then Kalu attended John Marshall High School in San Antonio, Texas and graduated in 1993. He holds the record in high jump for the Rams at 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m).
Professional career
Kalu was originally selected with the 22nd pick of the fifth round of the 1997 NFL Draft out of Rice University by the Philadelphia Eagles. He later played for the Washington Redskins, then returned to the Eagles, then finished his NFL career with the Houston Texans.
Personal life
Kalu is of Nigerian descent.
He is currently working at sports radio station KBME in Houston and also serves as an occasional analyst for CSN Houston, American Sports Network and ESPN3.