Obafemi Devin Ayanbadejo is an American former professional football player who was a running back, fullback and special teams player in the National Football League (NFL) and United Football League (UFL). He was signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 1997. In 1998 as a member of the Vikings, he was allocated to the London Monarchs of the NFL Europe. Ayanbadejo also played for the Baltimore Ravens (1999–2002), Miami Dolphins (2002–2003), Arizona Cardinals 2004–2007), and Chicago Bears (2007) of the NFL, as well as the California Redwoods (2009) of the UFL. He played college football at San Diego State.
Ayanbadejo catches a pass at the Chicago Bears 2007 Training Camp
Oladele Brendon Ayanbadejo is an American former football player who was a linebacker and special teamer who played in the National Football League (NFL) and Canadian Football League (CFL) for thirteen seasons. He played college football for the UCLA Bruins. He was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 1999.
Ayanbadejo at Ravens training camp, August 2009
Ayanbadejo with the Dolphins in 2003
Ayanbadejo (#94) as a Bears captain in 2007.
Ayanbadejo talking with a sailor at the 2008 Pro Bowl.