Praise Martin-Oguike


Praise Martin-Oguike is an American football defensive end who is a free agent. He played college football at Temple University.

Early life

Martin-Oguike, was born in Abia State, Nigeria. He is a native of Oka in Isiala Mbano, Imo State. He moved to Woodbridge Township, New Jersey at the age of 10. Martin-Oguike is the son of Venerable Dr. Martin Oguike and Dr. Ngozi Martin-Oguike who are both highly regarded in the Igbo community of Nigeria.
He has a sister, Precious, and two brothers Percy and Pleasant.

College career

Martin-Oguike recorded 124 tackles, 20 sacks, 1 interception, 12 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries and 6 blocked field goals during his time at Temple.

Professional career

Miami Dolphins

Martin-Oguike signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent on May 5, 2017. He was waived on September 2, 2017.

Arizona Cardinals

On January 19, 2018, Martin-Oguike signed a reserve/future contract with the Arizona Cardinals. He was waived/injured by the Cardinals on July 26, 2018 and was placed on injured reserve. He was released on August 4, 2018.

Seattle Dragons

In October 2019, the Seattle Dragons selected Martin-Oguike in the tenth round of the 2020 XFL Draft. He had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10, 2020.