Jay Ajayi
- January 4, 2024
- Football Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Jay Ajayi |
| Occupation | Football Player |
| Date Of Birth | Jun 15, 1993(1993-06-15) |
| Age | 31 |
| Birthplace | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth City | England |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
Jay Ajayi Biography
| Name | Jay Ajayi |
| Birthday | Jun 15 |
| Birth Year | 1993 |
| Place Of Birth | England |
| Home Town | England |
| Birth Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
| Parents | Ibi Ajayi, Kemi Ajayi |
| Siblings | Solomon Ajayi |
Jay Ajayi is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on June 15, 1993 in England, England, United Kingdom. Running back who had his NFL breakout season in 2016, rushing for 1,287 yards as a member of the Miami Dolphins. He was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2017 and helped the team win Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots.
He played with Heisman Trophy finalist Kellen Moore at Boise State.
Ajayi was born in London, England, on June 15, 1993, to Nigerian parents and moved to Maryland in the United States when he was seven years old in 2000. He eventually moved to Texas, where he attended Frisco Liberty High School. As a senior on the football team, he rushed for 2,240 yards and had 35 touchdowns. He also earned one varsity letter in track & field as a member of the 4×400-meter (3:21.75), 4 × 200 m (1:29.44), and 4 × 100 m (42.86) district championship teams.
Jay Ajayi (born June 15, 1993) is an English professional American football running back who is a free agent, and professional gamer. He played college football at Boise State and was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL draft. He was traded to the Eagles in 2017 and won Super Bowl LII that year.
His parents, Ibi and Kemi Ajayi, are of Nigerian descent. His younger brother, Solomon, also plays football.
Jay Ajayi Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Football Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Jay Ajayi is one of the richest Football Player from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jay Ajayi 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was named Collin County Player of the Year at Frisco Liberty High School in Frisco, Texas.
He was a fifth round selection of the Dolphins in 2015 after a standout career at Boise State University, which included First-Team All-Mountain West Conference honors in 2013 and 2014 and a Fiesta Bowl championship in 2014.
Considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, he was ranked as the 41st best running back prospect of his class.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 feet 0 inches |
Jay Ajayi height 6 feet 0 inches Jay weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Jay Ajayi Dating?
According to our records, Jay Ajayi is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Jay Ajayi’s is not dating anyone.
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Ajayi took part in the NFL’s “My Cause, My Cleats” campaign in the 2016 season. The campaign allowed players to wear custom cleats supporting their favorite charities. His cause was multiple endocrine neoplasia. He is a lifelong fan of Arsenal F.C. in the English Premier League.
Facts & Trivia
Jay Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Jay Ajayi celebrates birthday on June 15 of every year.
On October 31, 2017, Ajayi was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2018 fourth round draft pick. In Ajayi’s debut with the Eagles, he rushed for 77 yards on eight carries and one touchdown in a 51–23 rout of the Denver Broncos five days after being traded, his longest being a 48 yard rush for a touchdown. In week 11 Ajayi rushed for 91 yards on 7 carries against the Dallas Cowboys, helping his team increase their record to 9-1. In the game he had a career high 71 yard rush in the third quarter. The Eagles made the playoffs as the #1-seed in the NFC. In the Divisional Round against the Atlanta Falcons, he had 54 rushing yards and 44 receiving yards in the 15–10 victory. In the NFC Championship against the Minnesota Vikings, he finished with 73 rushing yards and 26 receiving yards in the 38–7 victory. During Super Bowl LII against the New England Patriots, Ajayi rushed for 57 rushing yards as the Eagles won 41-33, giving them their first Super Bowl win in franchise history.
Why is Jay Ajayi retiring?
Ajayi already had chronic knee injuries so this ACL tear basically ended his career.
Is Jay Ajayi still playing in the NFL?
Jay Ajayi is officially retiring from the NFL and will be made an honorary captain for the Philadelphia Eagles in their regular-season finale against the Dallas Cowboys.
How much does Jay Ajayi make?
Ajayi was a fifth-round pick and his career earnings, according to OverTheCap, came in just under $4 million.
When did Jay Ajayi retire?
As a member of the Eagles, he was part of the team that won the franchise’s first Super Bowl title in Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots. He struggled with injuries afterwards, leading to his 2022 retirement.
Are there any English NFL players?
Jay Ajayi. Like Osi, Jay Ajayi was born in London and he was also fortunate to win a Super Bowl ring with an NFC East team. Playing as a running back for the Miami Dolphins from 2015 to 2017, Ajayi was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles and he was a huge hit at Lincoln Financial Field.