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Christian Emeka Okoye (/ oʊ ˈ k ɔɪ eɪ /; born August 16, 1961) is a Nigerian–American former American football fullback for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1987 to 1992. [1] [2] [3] Nicknamed " the Nigerian Nightmare ", he was known for his powerful running style and ability to break tackles.
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Jul 13, 2021 · Christian Emeka Okoye was born on August 16, 1961, in Enugu, Nigeria. He is a member of the Igbo ethnic group, a group that can also be found in present-day Cameroon, Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. Growing up in Nigeria, Okoye was enamored with sports.
Learn about Christian Okoye, the "Nigerian Nightmare" who played running back for the Kansas City Chiefs and set several records. Find out how he uses his foundation to help underprivileged children through education and sports.
Dec 27, 2017 · In 1987, a 260-pounder with a 4.45 40 and massive shoulder pads burst onto the NFL scene. So what was it like as Christian Okoye's unique rise to stardom was taking place?
Sep 9, 2015 · This is the story about the ultimate sleeper, Christian Okoye, who didn't start playing football until he was 23, but became known in the NFL as the "Nigerian Nightmare". Tune in for the full...
Oct 2, 2017 · When Christian Okoye burst onto the NFL scene, he wasn't thinking about blazing trails -- he was too busy running over would-be tacklers.
