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Minnesota Vikings NFC North
 
Jihad Ward • LB
Status:On roster
Ht/Wt:6'5", 287 lbs.
Born:May 11, 1994 (29 yrs) in Philadelphia, PA
Hometown:Philadelphia, PA
College:Illinois
Experience:8 years
Drafted:Drafted by Oakland in 2016 (2/44).
Acquired:Acquired as a free agent in 2024.
Jihad Ward
2023 Season Stats
G GS Solo Ast Sck SckYds Int IntYds IntTD FR TD
2023 17 9 16 8 5 25 0 0 0 1 0
On Pace 17 9 16 8 5 25 0 0 0 1 0
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Scouting Report
An excellent run-stopper who uses his superb strength, overall size, and great wingspan to shed blockers and re-direct to the ball-carrier. Impressively athletic for his jumbo size, and very mobile on the defensive line. A former receiver who's very nimble and agile despite excellent natural bulk. Versatile along the defensive line, and potentially very well-rounded. A late bloomer who's still developing his fundamentals as a defensive lineman. Doesn't have many go-to pass-rush moves, and too often gets locked up / sealed off early at the edge. Must continue improving his overall skill-set to develop from strong athlete to strong player.
Long Range Potential: Raw but promising defensive lineman with starter tools.
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