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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. Nicknamed "the Nigerian Nightmare", he was known for his powerful running style and ability to break tackles.
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Jul 13, 2021 · In the second round of the 1987 draft, Kansas City selected Christian Okoye. Okoye would quickly become one of the league’s most popular players as the “Nigerian Nightmare.” Although his career was short, Okoye is still remembered for his thunderous runs and powerful frame.
CHRISTIAN OKOYE, former All-Pro running back for the Kansas City Chiefs, in 1990, founded The Christian Okoye Foundation to help underprivileged children assume their role in society 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?
Oct 2, 2017 · Thirty seasons ago, Christian Okoye blasted his way into pro football lore by rushing for 105 yards -- including a 43-yard touchdown burst -- in his first NFL game.
Christian Okoye was one of the most astonishing power backs to ever play in the NFL. The Nigerian Nightmare had the power of a weight lifter and speed of a track sprinter.
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".
On the track, Okoye was a 17-time NAIA All-American and led Azusa Pacific to 4 straight NAIA Outdoor Track & Field national championship titles (1983-86). He was the first person in NAIA history to win the discus 4 years, setting the NAIA record in the process with a heave of 208' 4" in 1985.
Jan 22, 2022 · Former All-Pro running back for the Kansas City Chiefs, in 1990 Christian founded The Christian Okoye Foundation to help underprivileged children assume their role in society through education and sports.
