Ezekiel Ansah
American football defensive end
Born
May 29th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Ghanaian-American football player played as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). Achieved prominence with the Detroit Lions after being drafted in 2013. Made significant contributions to the team's defense and recorded impressive statistics throughout his career. Played in 2016 NFL Pro Bowl, showcasing elite performance in the league. Throughout tenure, demonstrated exceptional athleticism and skill on the field.
Selected 5th overall in the 2013 NFL Draft
Played for the Detroit Lions from 2013 to 2019
Participated in the 2016 Pro Bowl
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